Thursday, August 18, 2011

Bonsai Tree Care For Beginners Who Need Help

By Jasper Kwon Lee


The art of Bonsai became famous because of the Japanese but is considered to be famous all over the world. This genre of art is considered to be by most people as , first and foremost, a horticultural masterpiece with a literal Japanese meaning of, tray planting. An entire Bonsai garden can mimic a awesome view of an untouched paradise. Even if it is made small, the calmness and reverence that it exudes to the onlookers and the minds behind it are simply amazing. It is with a lot of passion and coolness people have to have and be able to grow one bonsai let alone your own bonsai garden.

All components of the Bonsai plant are all important. The composition of soil should let proper drainage and aeration simultaneously and be able to hold on to nutrients and water that would be taken in by the plant. Most place a carpet of moss on the top of the soil or small stones, under it is a mixture of fine soil and at the bottom is granulated soil. You can even purchase modified soil mixture made especially for Bonsai trees in plant stores everywhere if you are not sure about which types to get that will be conducive for its growth.

Just as significant as the soil, the container should have the right number of holes to provide ample drainage. Some people can put excessive water which can lead the plant to drown eventually killing it. Majority pots that are used are made of clay and come in different shapes and sizes. It would be best to use pots that are correct in size allowing the changing of the pots to be done easily. Pots that are on the small side may affect the growth of the the plant. Pots that are too big, however, may affect the shape of the roots and stem that are under the soil.

Bonsai tree care only requires the best. The right amount of lighting is needed no matter if it is an indoor or outdoor bonsai for optimum growth. In the case of the latter, it should be located in a place that receives direct sunlight. The former can be placed indoors where there is enough morning light from the sun.

You would need to give your utmost for your Bonsai tree. There is a need for sufficient lighting regardless if it is an indoor or outdoor bonsai in order to ensure full growth. For the latter, your Bonsai should be put in an area that receives direct light from sun. In the former, the plant can be placed inside the house where there is adequate morning daylight.




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