How To Water A Juniper Bonsai Tree
If the soil feels dry water the tree by placing it into a container of standing fresh water.
How to water a juniper bonsai tree. In this video we will teach you how to creat your own bonsai tree juniper tree the movie follows a five step approach to growing a bonsai tree. Continue reading about watering bonsai trees. Place the entire potted juniper in the center of the sink. Water a tree from above using a watering can with a fine nozzle.
You may choose to water the japanese juniper bonsai by placing the tree up to its trunk in a sink or tub of water and letting it soak for five to 10 minutes or until the bubble trail stops and. Be careful not to water too much as the juniper roots don t like soil wetness. As explained previously water when the soil gets slightly dry. Make sure that you use a soil that has a large percentage of arrogates that allow the water to flow quickly.
Soak the juniper bonsai if you are unsure of the juniper s water requirement. When the tree does require water though it needs thorough soaking so the entire root system is wetted. Poke your finger into the soil around your bonsai tree every day pushing it about inch into the soil. Before you water the soil should dry slightly.
Repeat this until you see water dripping from the bottom of the pot. This allows any chlorine that might have been added to your tap water to evaporate. Tap water is generally accepted as safe for bonsai use. After a few seconds pour in some more to ensure that everything is soaked.
Water the juniper if the soil feels moderately dry to completely dry. With a watering can water the entire surface of the soil and let it soak in. Misting the tree can be done regularly especially after the tree has been repotted because it benefits from air humidity. Fill a sink with tepid water.
Juniper species prefer a well draining soil that will allow airflow to the roots. Additionally if you have the ability to collect rainwater it is preferred over tap water. Place your finger approximately an inch into the soil. This will prevent the soil from being washed away.
If you water your juniper bonsai and see water pooling at the surface the soil drainage is not sufficient. To do so keep watering until water runs out of the drainage holes and possibly repeat the process a few minutes later.