Evergreen Bonsai Care
Because bonsai are potted in small containers watering bonsai is different than watering a standard garden or houseplant.
Evergreen bonsai care. Bonsai are not houseplants. Approximately once a week or so when the topsoil feels completely dry immerse the entire bonsai plant in a bucket or basin of water. About our nursery where we are. Sadly other vendors could care less.
Although this type of tree likes plenty of sunlight it doesn t tolerate intense sunlight and so should be placed ideally in a partially protected position such as in a window with sheer drapes. With bonsai the goal is to water to saturation that is watering until water drains through the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Flowering bonsai like the gardenia bonsai are great for adding variety and fragrance to your bonsai collection. This is true for evergreens such as juniper as well.
These trees remain evergreen and require a dormant period during winter. In fact most bonsai should be placed outside where they are exposed to the four seasons just like normal trees are. Specific care guidelines for indoor bonsai. This is because most bonsai are temperate climate plants that require a period of dormancy.
Bonsai help bonsai faq introduction to the art of bonsai detailed history of bonsai all about bonsai bonsai tree care instructions. Outdoor evergreen bonsai trees the bonsai trees listed in this category must be placed outdoors. Beginners a basic bonsai primer for beginners. As with most indoor bonsai trees this plant needs high humidity.
For beginners juniper bonsai trees are the easiest to care for so they re perfect for novice bonsai enthusiasts. This section has a simple overview of the creation and care of bonsai with links to other articles for more in depth information. You need a pair of pliers to cut wires at a length you need to use on your bonsai trees. How to contact us and pictures of the crew at evergreen.
For the most part they are outdoor plants and must remain outdoors all year long. Bonsai images view images of the redwood empire bonsai society s annual show. You also need a pair of scissors to cut pieces of the bark and to prune roots if necessary. Watering is the most essential part of bonsai tree care.
However as bonsai trees are planted in small pots a few basic guidelines have to be followed when watering fertilizing and repotting your trees. We recommend that you do not purchase bonsai from persons unwilling or unable to give you care information. Humidity is also an important consideration for the health of the bonsai. A pair of sharp scissors is needed to prune your evergreen bonsai trees.