Gardening Tips for Bonsai Care

Here are some general tips on bonsai tree positioning that typically apply to all types of bonsai trees.

Positioning: Your bonsai should be kept away from direct heat or draft.
Lighting: Keep your bonsai in area with plenty of sunlight.
Humidity: Bonsais need humidity in order to keep their soil moist.

How often should you water a bonsai tree?
Do bonsai trees need direct sunlight?
Why are the tips of my bonsai turning brown?
Should I mist my bonsai tree?
How long will a bonsai tree live?
Can you water bonsai trees with tap water?
How do you revive a dying bonsai tree?
Why are bonsai pots so expensive?
Do bonsai trees die easily?
Do bonsai need a lot of water?
Where should I place my bonsai tree at home?

How often should you water a bonsai tree?

You may think this is a no-brainer, but the bonsai has very specific watering requirements. Approximately once a week or so (when the topsoil feels completely dry) immerse the entire bonsai plant in a bucket or basin of water. Once the air bubbles have risen to the top, the bonsai has absorbed enough water.

Do bonsai trees need direct sunlight?

They like to receive 5-6 hours of sunlight daily, whether inside or outside. All Bonsai love to be outside in the warmer months (May-September), though there are many species which can be kept indoors year-round. Remember that the more sunlight and warmth your Bonsai receives, the more often it will need water.

Why are the tips of my bonsai turning brown?

Underwatering or too little water may result in browning of the leaves of your bonsai and a dried and wilted trunk. Overwatering or excessive water may become trapped, that leads to rotting of the roots of the bonsai tree and the leaves turning brown.

Should I mist my bonsai tree?

Yes, an indoor Bonsai can benefit from misting because heating and air conditioning lowers the humidity levels to surface-of-the-moon conditions in your home. Misting brings the ambient humidity level up briefly and that's really all the benefit you get.

How long will a bonsai tree live?

Bonsai trees can live for hundreds of years. Currently the oldest known bonsai tree is over 1000 years old. Due to the constant care and maintenance done to bonsai trees, they typically live 25% longer than a tree of the same species living in nature.

Can you water bonsai trees with tap water?

In most cases, the answer is yes. If you can drink your tap water, you can use it to water your bonsai. If you have hard tap water (leaving white salt deposits around the pot or trunk), you may want to occasionally use collected rain water, but this is not essential.

How do you revive a dying bonsai tree?

2) Trim bonsai roots. The roots are where your bonsai drinks and feeds so it's important to keep these healthy always. ...
3) Repot your bonsai. ...
4) Use new soil in the pot and add moss. ...
5) Prune leaves and stems. ...
6) Place your bonsai in another location. ...
7) Water your bonsai tree. ...
8) Apply fertilizer.

Why are bonsai pots so expensive?

Bonsai pots come in many prices and this depends largely on its age. Old antique pots from China and Japan can cost thousands of dollars, if they would be for sale. ... Prices of new, but handmade, pots vary widely. Finally, some tree species are rare or more difficult to grow, and therefore more expensive.

Do bonsai trees die easily?

Bonsai care is not that difficult. However, we estimate that more than 75% of newly bought Bonsai trees die within the first month. Follow the steps below to successfully care for your Bonsai tree.

Do bonsai need a lot of water?

The watering of your bonsai must never be neglected. Apply water when the soil appears dry -- never allow the soil to become completely dry. If your bonsai is receiving full sun, it may be necessary to water once a day. This schedule may vary with the size pot, type of soil and type of bonsai tree you own.

Where should I place my bonsai tree at home?

All Bonsai need to be exposed to a good amount of sunlight. This allows photosynthesis to take place and is crucial for your plant's survival. For best results, place near a South facing window. Experts advise 5 hours of light directed approximately 2 inches above the tree to increase light exposure.