Techniques For The Bonsai
Plant Care
By Rene
Graeber
Although there are
techniques in successfully growing a bonsai, taking care of
this dwarfed tree is basically the same way you would care
for your other household plants love them and they'll love
you back.
Watering is known to be the heart of bonsai plant care. In
fact, most bonsai plants that die or go into permanent
dormancy are those that had dehydration issues, that is,
those that were not given enough water or those that were
placed in areas with low humidity for a long time.
Water requirements are
varied according to the type of plant, type of soil, and
even the kind of pot used. That is why if you're using
different types of plant, soil, and pots, it is essential
that you do regular checks on each in order to become
familiar with their individual water requirements.
The proper bonsai plant
care does not mean over-watering though. Too much water can
cause as much damage as lack of it. Thus, it is necessary
that the right balance of water, air, and soil be achieved
in order to have a healthy plant.
Watering is crucial to
bonsai plant care because it does three important things.
First, it provides water to your tree. Second, the water is
responsible for carrying nutrients essential for plant
growth, and works to remove excess salts that may likely
build up. Third, the water takes out old and used gases
contained within the soil, and brings in a fresh new batch.
The Japanese believes it is
necessary for bonsai plant care to water three times, once
each for the pot, the soil, and the plant. This way, the
water gets to soak the pot and the soil, while providing
some more for the plant to absorb.
Most people simply water
the soil. But the right bonsai plant care requires us to
humidify all parts of the plant. Each part is capable of
absorbing water to certain degrees. In fact, around 35%of a
plant's water intake does not happen through its roots.
Washing or watering the entire foliage also prevents dust
and dirt from blocking the breathing holes on the leaves.
But if you have a flower-bearing bonsai, keep water off the
flowers.
Water is indeed a major
factor in proper bonsai plant care. Fact is, in Japan, a
beginner may learn to prune a bonsai on the first day, but
it may take him years to finally learn the skill of watering
it.
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Enjoy!
I wish you all the best on your
bonsai adventure!
Best wishes,
Thomas T :)
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