Bonsai plants are the stunning result of an ancient practice. There are many people who choose to have bonsai plants in their homes because of their beautiful appearance. However, extra care is needed for indoor bonsai plants. This is mostly because they do not receive the full benefits of natural sunlight and natural weather conditions. They might appear to be hardy. But there are some bonsais that are quite delicate with regard to water and light.
Watering Your Indoor Bonsai
When you bring a bonsai tree indoors it will require lighting to replace the natural sunlight that it would have been receiving beforehand. Monitoring how frequently it is watered is also important. Your bonsai plant will also thrive if kept in a well ventilated area. The amount of water you give your bonsai hinges on which variety you have. Soil is another important consideration. There are those bonsai trees and plants that need damp soil, while others do just fine with drought like conditions.
Misting your plant might be a necessity. This will help to create a rainforest humidity in which your bonsai plant will thrive. If using a humidity tray, be sure to place the pot on some small rocks or a stand so it isn't directly immersed in the water.
Bonsai Cutting and Pruning
Indoor bonsai trees still require pruning and cutting on a regular basis in order to maintain their appearance. Simply because bonsai plants look as though they are frozen in time, does not mean that they do not grow. Indoor and outdoor bonsai plants need to be repotted somewhere between every year to three years, depending on the variety. Another important consideration is maintenance of the branches so it retains its shape.
Cutting back on the amount of fertilizer during the cold months is usually recommended, depending on the bonsai variety. This is due to the fact that there are certain species of bonsai that hibernate during the season. So they don't require as many nutrients as in the warmer months. Indoor bonsais may not fully experience the full cycle of seasons because it is in an artificial environment.
You also need to keep an eye on your indoor bonsai for pests and other irregularities. Spiders, mites and various other pests are very happy to make a home in your indoor bonsai. The best practice is to clean the leaves and branches with great care using a damp cloth or a brush.
By following these tips for bonsai care, your tree is sure to be an attractive feature of your home for years to come.
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