Bonsai Trees
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Art and patience meet in bonsai cultivation—learn the basics.
Bonsai is the art of growing miniature trees in containers. With proper care, a bonsai can live for decades and become a living piece of art. The key is patience, correct pruning, and balanced watering.
Choosing the Right Bonsai Tree
Some beginner-friendly options include:
- Ficus
- Jade (Crassula)
- Juniper
- Chinese Elm
- Peepal or Banyan (for Indian climate)
- Choose a plant that suits your climate and sunlight conditions.
Selecting the Container (Pot)
- A bonsai pot must:
- Have proper drainage holes
- Be shallow but large enough for root spread
- Match the size and style of the tree
- Clay or ceramic pots work best.
Soil Mix for Bonsai
- Bonsai soil should allow air flow and drainage. Ideal mix:
- 40% coarse sand or akadama
- 30% garden soil
- 30% compost or cocopeat
- Avoid regular dense soil—it blocks oxygen and causes root rot.
Watering the Bonsai
- Water only when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry.
- Tips:
- Avoid overwatering
- Use a fine mist or gentle sprinkle
- Ensure water drains completely from the pot
- Humidity trays can also help, especially indoors.
Sunlight Requirements
- Most bonsai trees need:
- 4 to 6 hours of indirect or filtered sunlight daily
- Avoid harsh summer midday sunlight
- Indoor bonsai still need light near a window or balcony
Pruning and Shaping
- There are two types:
- Structural Pruning: Helps define the shape
- Maintenance Pruning: Controls new growth
- Use sharp bonsai scissors and shape the branches gradually.
- Wiring can also be used to bend branches, but avoid overtightening.
Repotting the Bonsai
- Repot every 1–2 years to:
- Refresh soil
- Trim old roots
- Prevent root-bound condition
- Spring is the best season for repotting.
Fertilizing the Bonsai
- Use a balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season.
- Best ratio: NPK 10-10-10
- Reduce feeding during winter dormancy.
