Bonsai Care

Bonsai Care News from May 11, 2009

Bonsai Care — Mon, 11 May 2009 11:11:26 +0000

Pacific Rim; a Glimpse of What You Can’t See

May 4, 2009
- You just have to take a look at these two works of art. Stunning trees… words cannot do them justice.

1st U.S. Bonsai Exhibition Album is on its Way!

May 4, 2009
- The book of te National Bonsai Exhibition is said to be absolutely outstanding. Am looking forward to getting my hands on a copy.

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Bonsai Care News from May 4, 2009

Bonsai Care — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:26:08 +0000

Planing for Success: Nebari - part six

May 4, 2009
- Watch a Japanese master at work as he reveals how to obtain surface roots for this old bonsai plant

Bonsai Blend (This is not spice diamond gold genie etc)

May 4, 2009
- I never really thought about it before but I just checked and there are loads of people selling bonsai trees on eBay.

You can find some really old ones too. The question is… how well will they be shipped.

Bonsai Blend (This is not spice diamond gold genie etc)

May 4, 2009

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The best trees for bonsai

Bonsai Care — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:07:04 +0000

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There are certain types of trees that grow really well as bonsai and there are those that are’t suited at all.

The flowering types and fruit bearing trees will do fine until the fruit or flowers appear, then they will all appear out of proportion with seemingly giant flowers and fruit. A needle pines and cone bearing treees will tend to do very well as bonsai.

The small leaved Japanese juniper tree is really effective as a bonsai.

Garden Q&A;: Not All Trees Are Cut Out to Be Bonsai (nytimes.com)

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Bonsai Care

Bonsai Care — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:06:35 +0000

Probably the most important part of bonsai care is the watering. How much watering your pant requires will differ from tree to tree. Normally they will need watering often but in small amounts. It usually is good to imitate rain by using a small watering can with a sprinkler attached. This moistens the soil and roots at the same time as cleaning the foliage.

In the winter months plants will need watering less than in the summer months when they need to be watered more frequently, sometimes watering will be required every day. In general you should maintain the soil damp but not saturated and the roots should never be left to stand in water.

Your Bonsai tree will require re-potting approximately once every two to five years depending on the tree you have and how old it is. Younger plants will need re-potting more frequently. As the older trees grow they will use all of the nutrients in the soil and will require to have it replaced. The plant should be replaced in the container in exactly the same position as it was before, the roots however may need to be thinned out and trimmed in order to stop the tree from becoming pot-bound and growing masses of roots which will use up all of the nutrients and moisture at a very fast rate.

It is of utmost importance that you use only special bonsai potting soil or compost.

Bonsai plants can be trained by using special wire to form and shape the branches as they are growing to give you the most aesthetically pleasing shape. This needs to be done in the spring time or early summer months, just after the buds have opened when the foliage is newly formed. It is at this time when the branches are at their softest. The wire remains in place for approximately nine to twelve months.

Pruning is another great part of the art of bonsai growing. For flowering plants the leaf buds should be cut after the plant has flowered and any unnecessary twigs taken off leaving only that which will benefit the shape of the plant.
In the case of pine and other cone bearing trees they need only be pruned when the buds appear in the spring. They should be pruned back to just behind the new growth. This will help avoid excessive growth and will help the branching out process. Trees of the Juniper family will continue to grow throughout the year and so will require pruning more often.

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Bonsai Gardening Secrets

Bonsai Care — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 09:21:03 +0000

Growing Bonsai plants can be tricky at the best of times, quite often the plants will whither and die. There are some specific care tips which when followed will guarantee you flourishing bonsai plants.

Bonsai Gardening Secrets shows you step by step how to successfully grow and care for your own Bonsai

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Big Bonsai

Bonsai Care — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:15:11 +0000

This is a very large outdoor bonsai but you can tell by looking at the roots around the base of the trunk that it is very old indeed. The moss gives it that perfect finishing touch and will also help with its watering to keep it moist.
photo credit: Travis Vocino

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Old Bonsai

Bonsai Care — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 09:10:49 +0000

You need to have a lot of patience for creating your bonsai landscape. Just take a look at this one. It looks ancient. Although bonsai growth is apparently rapid, trees like this still take many many years of caring and planning to grow like this.
photo credit: Aphexlee

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Bonsai Care - exibitions

Bonsai Care — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:09:57 +0000

Mood lighting a interesting containers with artifacts and rocks all go to making up the miniature landscape which is your bonsai. Much more than a tree or a plant the art of bonsai is a landscape sculpture. I am especially fond of the bonsai forests especially the ones you feel you could get lost in.
photo credit: Aphexlee

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Bonsai Care News from April 15, 2009

Bonsai Care — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:04:18 +0000

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April 15, 2009
- Japanese Maple bonsai trees for sale

Two Masterpieces by Saburo Kato

April 15, 2009
- Dead trees are quite normal in a forest so why not have one in a bonsai forest… check it out.

In search of the perfect nebari - part two

April 15, 2009
- Chinese bonsai quince with roots.

Indoor *Bonsai* Tree: The Juniper Is An Obvious Choice

April 15, 2009
- Junipers are great tree for the first time bonsai grower. They do keep on growing throughout the year however and as such will need pruning or trimming constantly and require quite a lot of attention.

How To Choose The Right Types Of *Bonsai* Trees For Your Home

April 15, 2009
- If you have had no luck growing Bonsai in your home then don’t give up, a lot of your failure could have been due to having the wrong type of tree for the environment provided by your home. Check out this article on how to choose the right bonsai for your home.

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Bonsai Care News from April 4, 2009

Bonsai Care — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:37:23 +0000

Choosing The Best Bonsai Pruning Tool First Time Round

April 2, 2009
- Great beginner bonsai tips on how to choose the right tools for the job.

An Ingenious Technique: part 2

April 2, 2009
- Here is a great technique explained in great detail on how to get a lovely looking triple trunk tree.

Gallery of Your Bonsai

April 2, 2009
- Here are some beautiful and unique photos of bonsai trees.

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April 2, 2009
- check out these special offer packs of bonsai goodies

Take a Tour of the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum

March 28, 2009
- The Japanese Bonsai Museum has some stunning trees on display. Here are a few of them for your enjoyment.

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Tools for Bonsai Care

Bonsai Care — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 23:01:46 +0000

A very important and often looked over aspect of bonsai gardening is having the correct tools for the job.

The essential tools for a bonsai beginner would be;

A good pair of concave cutters, preferably made of stainless steel. These are used mainly to prune branches and to trim up the bark on the trunk after cuts have been made.

Bonsai trimming shears. These are for regularly trimming the leaves and the tips of the branches, this is the bonsai the equivalent of a haircut.

These are the two essential bonsai tools but many bonsai tool kits come with these plus a rake for the roots, tweezers for pulling off unwanted needles and a mini broom for cleaning up.

You should buy the best tools you can afford as they will stay with you for a long time. Here is a Bonsai Tool 10-piece Set which is highly recommended, just check out the reviews.

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Bonsai Care News from March 28, 2009

Bonsai Care — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:01:56 +0000

Gallery of Your Bonsai

March 28, 2009
- This amazing gallery of bonsai trees is a must for all bonsai lovers. There are some really beautiful examples here.

Picking The Best

March 28, 2009
- The bonsai gardener does it again. Just check out this wonderful spinet. In this post you get care instructions to create your own.

Caring For Your Japanese Maple Bonsai Plant

March 28, 2009
- This Japanese Maple Bonsai tree is a beautiful example of this art, it is also one of the most popular bonsai trees and you can see why.

Basics For Making A Bonsai Forest

March 28, 2009
- Amzing Bonsai Forest - You have to see this stunning bonsai forrest. I find this fascinating, you could just imagine walking into this miniature wonderworld.

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can you keep japanese maple bonsai indoors?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:03:32 +0000

My boyfriend bought a japanses maple that is about 2 feet tall, still very young.. and we kept it indoors all winter, we were scared that it would die in the cold.

also, it has little seedlings growing in it's pot, is it at all possible for me to take one and tend to it so that it would stay a tiny indoor bonsai?

Was this a mistake? It is beginning to warm up now, so should we bring it back outside?

Its a bonsai, so it wont get much bigger. iT DOESNT NEED MUCH WATER OR SUNLIGHT, (caps lock, sry). Its pretty much an indoor platn can live outside. Basicly, chose which is better for your decorationg scheme.

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Should I put my bonsai trees in the fridge?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:03:26 +0000

They will be indoor bonsai trees and it says to put them in the fridge but there going to be indoor bonsai trees so do I really need to put them in the fridge? Oh yeah the seedlings are already up if it makes a difference.

You should have put the Seeds in the fridge. Aparantly, since your seedlings are "already up" chilling the seeds wasn't really necessary. It will take years for your plants to mature - better off finding a naturally stunted tree or buying a potted shrub to use the bonsai technique on.

Here's info on the technique: http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=bonsai+techniques&ygmasrchbtn=web+search&fr=ush-ans

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how should i care for my hawaiian umbrella bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:03:07 +0000

earlier today i cut off part of a stem and 4 leaves of my hawaiian umbrella bonsai and replanted it.
i've heard that its best to cut off or trim down some of the leaves, is that true?
also, how much sun and water should i give it?
thanks :]

This website will give you some basic information on Bonsai Care http://www.bonsai-garden.com/

Additionally there are a series of bonsai related articles that address specific issues growers of bonsai deal with http://www.bonsai-garden.com/bonsai-articles.htm

Goodluck!

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What type of bonsai tree should I choose that will stay the smallest?

Bonsai Care — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:47:30 +0000

I would like to start caring for a bonsai plant as a hobby, can someone advise me on which type of tree would be a good starter plant?

I want to know what type of tree is best to train it to be teeny tiny, I would like it to be 12 inches or less. Even smaller would be great.

Also, I would LOVE a variety that produces flowers.

This would be a mainly indoor bonsai, though I wouldn't mind bringing it outside for fresh air on nice days.

Thank you in advance!

a bonsai doesn't just 'stay' small, you need to work at it, to keep it small…..

bonsai is still the plant that it is… if it needs to live outside, then it will not do well INSIDE….. (crepes hate it inside!)

you need to study the where's and how's a lot more before you're ready for a plant…. best idea would be to get a book…..

http://www.bonsaisite.com/

http://bonsaisite.com/bonbooks.html

that "BASICS'' one looks good to start with….

http://www.absbonsai.org/

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&rls=com.microsoft:en-us&ei=wgLBSauHJKHhtgfOgZHTCg&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=bonsai&spell=1

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Do you shape your pubic hair like a Japanese gardener shapes a Bonsai tree???

Bonsai Care — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:40:41 +0000

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The girl I'm dating wanted to go to Japan. Will a bonsai tree turn her off or cheer her up? It's alot of work

Bonsai Care — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:32:44 +0000

Bonsai trees are alot of work. Will that responsibility make her feel like I'm moving too fast? She really wanted to go but she couldn't and she's bummed about it so I thought I would give her something that's Japanese to cheer her up

That's a really wonderful idea. You could give her a card with it that says something about how patience is the key to developing a beautiful bonsai tree, and you know that with patience she will one day get to take her longed-for trip to Japan (and that you are rooting for her all the way.)
You are a sweetie. I love this idea.

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bonsai tree growing help?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:36:57 +0000

i have a japanese maple in my backyard and i was wondering if i wanted to grow a bonsia out of it should i use its seeds or could i just cut off a branch and grow it and if so how do i cut the branch and what do i do to it so it can root

Please refer to this site for care and cultivation instructions.

http://www.american-bonsai.com/

This art form is learned with years of study. We cannot possibly guide you with answers that are written in whole books.

This is a site I found just about Japanese Maple Bonsai.

http://www.evergreengardenworks.com/japmaple.htm

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How often do you need to trim a bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 22:37:54 +0000

I just got a japanese pepper tree bonsai. Not really sure as to how often i need to trim it, i mean i dont want to over do it, and end up killing it or something.

Hi,
Pruning of bonsai trees should be done mostly in the growing season of the plant. Basic pruning can be classified into form pruning and maintenance pruning. Form pruning is carried out to give a shape to your bonsai plant where as maintenance pruning needs to be done through out the year to remove dead foliage or cut the extra growth.

Hope this information was useful to you. For more information on bonsai pruning please visit the link
http://www.thebonsaihub.com/bonsai-pruning.html

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What is the best Bonsai for me, a beginner?

Bonsai Care — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:36:22 +0000

Japanese white pine, Japanese maple, Chinese juniper or Chinese elm?

It depends. It depends on you, your experience, your horticultural knowledge, your location and your environment. The trees you have listed all have unique challenges. All “can” be grown by a beginner, and would do best grown outdoors. I would suggest you find a local club and ask what others are growing in your area. If you can’t find a local club your next bet is to check a garden center and ask what grows where you are.

You need to make sure you pick a healthy plant and do your best to keep it healthy. This requires a well draining soil, plenty of water, sunshine, and fertilizer. All this depends, again, on a number of different variables.

For a list of local clubs check the link below:
http://absbonsai.org/USAClubs.html

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bonsai tree's, for a beginer?

Bonsai Care — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:36:17 +0000

i have never had a bonsai tree but i want one. i live in the UK so its cold and i want an indoor one. i would like a smallish one but not extremly small 10 inches will do. what types fit that criteria? any links to pictures? and i kno bonsai trees need looking after what equiptment do i need?

i looked on google its not very usefull!

Most bonsais are hardy trees so need to be outdoors, you'll have to go for a more tender tree. A few are commonly grown, you can even get them in garden centres or DIY stores if you just want a cheap tree. If you buy from a specialist nursery you'll get a better quality plant. Chinese elm, podocarpus or a succulent such as a crassula are some popular indoor ones.

Succulents can be good because they naturally have a fat trunk and don't need much water. Bonsais are generally hard work but a succulent should be pretty unkillable and fairly easy to keep in a tree-like shape.

Some tree-like succulents have leaves too big to look like a true bonsai but if you like the look you can gow them, for example the money plant.

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Best Environment for Indoor Bonsai Plants?

Bonsai Care — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:36:09 +0000

Hi. I've started a bonsai garden in my kitchen with plants tailored to indoor growth. Question: will I have to utilise artifical light (i.e., lamps) as my kitchen is rather dark and doesn't get much light. Also, I keep my house relatively cool (less than 70 degrees). Should I keep the plants warm and would I need to humidify the air at all. Any tips for a neophyte who likes things cool and dry?

Plants generally need more light than humans, but use grow lights only if you can keep them about 6" to a foot above the plants.
Indirect sunlight is the best. As far as the temperature….if you are comfortable, the plants will be also. You may want to read the Bonsai Care page on my site:
http://www.american-bonsai.com

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how to raise a bonsai tree. I was given one and I don't know how to care for it?

Bonsai Care — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:36:04 +0000

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How safe is the worlds financial markets a week ago the Japanese Sumo bank went belly up,then Kamikaze bank—

Bonsai Care — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:43:35 +0000

Took a nose dive and yesterday the Bonsai bank cut some of it's branches and today there was reported some fishy going on,s in the Sushi bank.Do you think it would be an honourable thing to do to withdraw from the scene

Yes, but don't mess up with them first, allow , Sumo bank to wrestle down Kamikaze Bank to crash on Bonzai Bank, and Sushi Bank assets shall be eaten up by Sumo Bank, and finally if you really want to withdraw your life time savings from Sumo Bank, Advise the manager that you shall harakiri your account harriedly, Oki, haik.!, Banzai Nippon!

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Can one use 20W fluorescent tube lamps as a substitute to 40W lamps?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:43:26 +0000

I bought a second hand, mini sun bed to sustain a few bonsai trees, this winter, indoor. The sun bed has a build in ballast to power 6X40W fluorescent lamps, thus a 240W system (220V~50Hz). Unfortunately the UV-lamps do not emit the best spectrum needed for cultivation and growth. The lamps I need to replace the UV-lamps with, has to be 590mm in length, but the highest wattage, available in this length is 20W. I plan to keep 2 of the UV lamps in the system. I want to know if I am going to blow the 20W lamps by I replacing the old 40W lamps. If so, why?

Yes they will work if they fit the fixture…. They will only draw the 20 watts they need to operate, so No, you will not blow the 20W lamps….
Ensure however that the lamps you will be using are rated for 220 volt operation… I am guessing you are in Europe since you mentioned the 220V ~50Hz so that shouldn't be a problem.

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What bonsai tree should I plant?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:43:13 +0000

I just want a type of tree that can be grown as a bonsai, is good for beginners, is good in moderate lighting and would survive Australian climate.

Any ficus ( fig family )specimen would fit the bill,except that it would need more than moderate light ,ficus is easy to handle by beginner bonsai enthusiasts,lends itself well to shaping & styling,the leaves are shiny & attractive & those that send down ariel roots add to the aged look of the tree.
I am from India & we use the banyan (Ficus bengalensis) & the Peepul ( Ficus religiosa ) a lot in bonsai displays,i know Australia has quite a few native ficus varieties .Those that yield small figs look very attractive.

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My Dad just got me a Bonsai Tree and I was wondering if anyone had some tips for its care?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:43:07 +0000

It's a beautiful tree about 11 inches tall from the base to the highest point. It is called a Kengai Bonsai which I think has something to do with its shape and it appears to be some kind of evergreen with leaves kind of like what you would find on a Juniper. I really appreciate those of you taking the time to help I would hate to kill this beautiful gift from my Dad.

Congratulations on owning your first bonsai! Now you can search online for it's care. There are many websites. My favorite is called "BonsaiTalk".

Kengai is Japanese for the cascading style. The tree grows over the edge of the pot and looks a little like a cascading waterfall.

It sounds like you have a Juniper. I hope you are keeping it outdoors! They will die if kept inside the house. They don't like to be watered too much and they love sunlight.

Good luck!

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Has anyone heard of that sicko in New York that sells "Bonsai Kittens"?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:42:21 +0000

This is so terrible. A site that we were able to shut last year has returned. We have to try to shut it down again! (www.bonsaikitten.com) A Japanese man in New York breeds and sells kittens that are called BONSAI CATS. That would sound cute, if it weren't kittens that were put in to little bottles after being given a muscle relaxant and then locked up for The rest of their lives! The cats are fed through a straw and have a small tube for their Faces.The skeleton of the cat will take on the form of the bottle as the kitten grows. The cats never get the opportunity to move. They are used as original and exclusive souvenirs. These are the latest trends in New York, China, Indonesia and New Zealand. If you think you can handle it, view www.bonsaikitten.com and have a look at th methods being used to put these little kittens into bottles.

It's a hoax - no one actually does it.
Here's more information:
http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/bonsai.asp

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Can I grow an olive pit?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:42:16 +0000

I really want to start an indoor olive bonsai and I can't find any starter material since I live in Minneapolis Minnesota. Does anyone know how to start this and if the pits will grow? Thanks

Olives are treated with lye or brine to cure them before processing with spices. There are web site sources for olive trees though.
Monrovia nursery marketed Olea europaea 'Montra' under the trademarked name Little Ollie. You should be able to go to any good nursery, show them the info from Monrovia. and ask them to order it.
http://www.distinctivelybetter.com/PlantInf.nsf/709359cd399269ec8825684d0078b8fd/ec1ca51be83bdd288825684d0071ee17!OpenDocument
If you can't there are mail order plants.
http://www.treelandnurseries.com/index.php/page/product_view/item_id/9011278/LITTLE+OLLIE+(TM)+DWARF+OLIVE/

http://www.gardeningideas.org/bonsai/types-olive-bonsai.htm
http://www.dugzbonsai.com/olivehead.htm
http://www.amazon.com/Brussels-Black-Olive-Indoor-Bonsai/dp/B0000DGFCL
http://www.evergreengardenworks.com/olive.htm
Some species suitable for bonsai:

* Olea 'Cailletier': small black olive.
* Olea europaea: common olive - This Mediterranean native grows to 25 feet, with leaves of up to three inches.
* Olea europaea 'Montra': 'Little Ollie' olive, dwarf olive - An excellent choice for miniature bonsai, as the leaves are much smaller than the species, the 'Little Ollie' is becoming popular with bonsai enthusiasts.
* Olea europaea oleaster: wild olive - A natural bonsai subject, it produces less oil than the species, but has smaller leaves.
* Olea europea sativa.
* Olea 'Picholine': green olive.
* Olea 'Tanche': black olive
http://www.bonsai-bci.com/species/olive.html

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know anything about bonsai plants: sago palm?

Bonsai Care — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:31:10 +0000

I bought this cool bonsai plant about two weeks ago. when i looked it up on the internet there was a picture like the one i have called sago palm. It looks like a half planted pineapple w/ the four leaves, branches, whatever, growing out the top, the same as the pictures i've seen. BUT, there is also for other stem type things growing from the middle, that honestly, i'm finding hard to describe. o.k. maybe they sort of look like(ha ha) a back bone w/ 1/2" ribs w/ the very tip of each one curling in. Now none of the pictures i've seen have any thing like this. and the description states that this plant grows very slow. WELL, the spine looking branches growing from the middle are growing at a phenominal rate. 2 weeks ago they were about 6" tall. today they are almost two feet high! that's about an inch per day! what is this and what the heck do i do w/ it? it's actually making my plant look really silly?

Whoops. Don't trim that plant. The growth you are seeing is a new set of fronds unfolding. This is called a flush. It will happed once (or twice in good conditions) a year. This is how the plant grows.

This plant can't be trained by pruning. You can keep it small by letting it get and stay pot bound, but eventually it will get big and burst the pot. In their natural state these are trees which can achieve 15 or more feet in height.

While popularly called a Sago Palm, it is neither a palm nor does it produce Sago. It is a Cycad, one of the earth's most ancient plants. You probably have a Cycas revoluta or Cycas circinalis.

Sago, an important food starch, comes from a tree called Metroxlyn sagus. In its native countries, the natives infect the trees with maggots which eat the Sago and then the natives eat the maggots. Tasty, no? Have a bite.

Cycads don't like a lot of water so be sparing. They do like lots of light. Fertilize once or twice a year. Follow label instructions. Mostly leave it alone.

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How to care of a Lucky Bean Bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:31:05 +0000

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Tell me what you know about the bonsai show?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 02:30:26 +0000

Has anyone ever heard of the japanese game show bonsai? Is it still on tv? Can i get it on DVD?

It's not about tiny trees so dont go there…
ok so its spelled Banzai…not bonsai or bonzai

yes i love that show it was on fox for about a moth but it got canceld. u can get a dvd season 1 at hasting or maby at wall mart ithink its there

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what is the best way to get moss to grow on slate indoor?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 02:30:21 +0000

i am trying to grow moss on slate to form part of a bonsai garden indoors

i would say to try to find a dark corner of the floor ,dig uo some moss with dirt attached and put it down where it recieves marginal light but alot of moisture, just a guess that would be how i try it

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If you plant a bonsai tree in your yard…?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 02:30:16 +0000

Will it grow larger than it would if it were to stay in a planter? I'm wondering because I don't have a whole lot of room for things inside, but I have a pretty substantial yard and I like the way bonsai looks.

i think its triming and root control that make it small. its a actual tree that is groomed and controlled to stay small. plant it outside in a pot in the ground. that way you can have the best of both worlds.

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I haven't taken care of my bonsai tree regularly and it has turned brown is it too late to save it?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 02:30:07 +0000

You don't say what kind of tree it is. But, if the leaves are still on it, not falling down, you have a chance. Soak the entire container in a bucket or sink of water for ten minutes, to saturate the soil. Then let it drain. Don't water again until the soil feels dry when you dig your finger in to about the first joint. Overwatering at this stage could also kill it.
When it starts to show a bit of green growth, take off whatever leaves you can brush off lightly with your hand.. Once it has visible new whole leaves, remove the rest of the dead ones.

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i need help with my first bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 02:36:25 +0000

Im new to growing bonsai’s
i have just purchased some Japanese maple seeds and i would like to force germination.
Can some one please tell me how to do that with maple seeds and if there are any things i should know.

First of all, seeds will germinate into standard plants. Turning the plant into a bonsai comes afterwards.

http://www.american-bonsai.com/care.php

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Suggestions easy indoor plants nothing to big please?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 02:36:20 +0000

I aready have lucky bamboo, norfolk pine and a Ginseng Ficus bonsai
oh and English ivy 8 )

pothos–marble queen or golden–both like bright, not direct, light
spider plant–bright, indirect, light
dracaena warneckii–good in very low light
any kind of philodendron

if you can keep a Norfolk pine alive, you should have no problem with these!
they`re usually found in any plant store.

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How do we bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:24:15 +0000

I’d like to start from scratch, i have no idea on how it’s done… i only know that it takes a lot of time and effort. I pretty much like the type with red maple leaves. Not sure if it’s the “Japanese Maple Bonsai” though. I’d like to have it indoor, and i live on the Mediterranean coast.

By the way, we start by planting seeds, a branch piece or…? and is there any book on how to bonsai tree???
Thank you
can sum1, who actually practices bonsai-ing give sum tips? like which type of tree to start with? what to avoid? …

http://www.bonsaisite.com/

There may be more than one red-leafed tree used in Bonsai, but the one I’ve always heard of is the Maple. The site above has really good information about Bonsai and some directions on how to get started…Good luck!

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How can I tell if my bonsai tree is healthy?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:24:10 +0000

I'm particularly concerned with leaf color. Specifically, the tree is a Hawaiian Umbrella Tree (an indoor bonsai). Some leaves are thick ovals with a dark, rich green color and some are thinner, less defined ovals with a very light green color. I would assume the light green leaves are not as healthy, but those are found primarily at the top, while the dark green ones are found near the bottom, so I'm not sure if that is just how the plant develops.
Also, should I pick off unhealthy looking leaves?
Lastly, it is called an indoor bonsai, but the instructions mention leaving it outside in the spring, summer and fall. I'm not sure if these instructions are specific to my tree. Is it okay if it stays inside, by a window, perhaps?

Your tree sounds like its fine. Schefflera arboricola is the proper name for your tree in case you need to look up anything else.

The new growth on these is always a much lighter green color. They will also be smaller and not as well defined in shape. If it is a young plant, most all of the new growth will be at the top. You'll eventually see the same kind of growth from developing branches.

The Schefflera is a tropical plant. That is why it is called an "indoor" bonsai. It needs to be protected from temperatures much below 50 degrees F. All plant grow best outdoors. It's where they live So if you can, and as the weather allows, keep you plant outside. Just keep it out of full direct sun, it can't handle that. Also know it will dry out much faster outdoors.
Indoors will be OK for the tree. I would try to keep it in a bright location. One way to tell if it is doing OK inside would be to watch for "elongation" or "leggy" growth. This happens when the plant is not getting enough light. The spaces between the leaf stems (called "nodes") will get longer and longer as it reaches up for more light. While this is not really that bad, it doesn't help with keeping the bonsai style.

Also, as the leaves get older and the plant develops, the leaves will eventually die off as the "trunk" of the tree forms. First they will turn yellow, then brown, then fall off. This is normal, as long as it's not happening to the entire plant. You'll find that new branches will develop from where the leaf stems came out from the trunk.

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how often should I give my bonsai tree plant food?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:24:06 +0000

you want to give it a slow release formulated for bonsai… since you aren't trying to push it to grow you want a slow release to just sustain the bonsai… i would pick a slow release bonsai fert and follow their recommendations… of course not fertilizing at all in the winter

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How to care for a bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:24:02 +0000

This website will give you some basic information on Bonsai Care http://www.bonsai-garden.com/ Additionally there are a series of bonsai related articles that address specific issues growers of bonsai deal with http://www.bonsai-garden.com/bonsai-articles.htm Goodluck! Post from: Bonsai Care Related posts:how should i care for my hawaiian umbrella bonsai tree? earlier today i cut off part of a stem and...The [...]

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Japanese Red Maple and Red Sunset Maple Question!?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:17:22 +0000

I bought these two trees about 2 feet tall each. I need to know the type of soil, sun and information to take care of them. I live in zone 5, and I am trying to grow them into bonsai trees. please give as much information as you can.

Thank You.
i need the details about Japanese Red Maple and/or Red Sunset Maple tree.

Overview : The Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is the most widely grown maple in gardens and is a perfect subject for bonsai. It is valued for its compact size, delicate ferny foliage and brilliant fall (autumn) coloring - from rich gold to deepest blood-red. The more than 300 cultivars range from rock garden miniatures to vigorous small trees, with a variety of leaf shape, size and color.

General Care : Requires semi-shade in summer, full sun the rest of the year, and protection from wind.

Pinch out 'ambitious' or unwanted shoots in spring - with main pruning to be conducted at this type of year. When new shoots have developed to around three to five nodes - prune them - but make sure to leave at least 1cm (1/2in) extra to allow for die back. This is something important to do when pruning all types of Japanese maples. Trim leaves in late spring.

Re-pot and fertilize in late winter to early spring.

Water as frequently as needed - do not allow bonsai to dry out as this can also cause leaf burn.

Other Comments : Although more tolerant of winter climates than most maples, it needs shade and shelter or leaves may shrivel.

Available in nurseries with more unusual and rare forms found in bonsai nurseries or through mail-order services in seedling or seed form.

Be careful of drying winds which can be quite detrimental if the plant is fully exposed - causing leaf burn and die back - especially for new formed shoots.

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bonsai tree recommendations?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:17:14 +0000

i want to purchase a bonsai tree online. i've never had one before. any recommendations of what type of bonsai tree i should get? i wanted something that is kind of tall and maybe has some color to it. also, do these indoor trees last a long time? i would think so since they are rather expensive. any tips and advice would be appreciated! thanks

You have taken the right first step by deciding that you want an indoor bonsai. Many people get an outdoor tree and try to keep it inside, and this results in death in about 6 months. Anyhow, please feel free to read the Bonsai Care page on my site:
http://www.american-bonsai.com , then proceed to the indoor bonsai pages that are separated in price categories. You'll notice that each bonsai has the height and approximate age. We can only ship live trees to the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Even if you are not in this area, you'll be able to get an idea of the type of tree you may want. If you have any questions, you're welcome to email me directly at:
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Can you Bonsai a marijuana plant?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:17:09 +0000

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How to take care of Bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:17:04 +0000

I really want a bonsai for indoor plant, but the problem is, i don't know anything about bonsai, so is there any tips or instruction how to take care of bonsai ?
And what type of indoor bonsai should i get for beginner ?
i was thinking buying one from the store, not grow them from the seeds, so i was hoping you can give me some tips on how to take care of it

First of all, buy the seeds from a legit place. If your Bonsai is against a wall, you should turn it around every two weeks. If it is not, it may grow out of shape as it grows towards the light. Do not put it directly onto concrete if it is going to be subject to sunlight for very long periods. The heat generated off the concrete paired with the small amount of soil in a bonsai pot can "cook" the roots of the tree and kill it.

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How do i revive my Bonsai Tree i think its dead?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:36:23 +0000

i have a Japanese White pine (pinus parviflora)and am usure if it is dead or not all the leave have fallen off,
i have been told to scratch the trunk of the tree and see if it is moist or green or whitish (it is but a brownish color) the branches are all dry and snap easy i have also tried putting it in a polytene bag and still no sucess.
Also when i water it the soil stays moist but grows some kind of white moss. please any help would be grateful

If all the needless have fallen, it is dead or nearly dead. It is an evergreen which means it should always have green needles. This is an outdoor tree, and if you are keeping it inside, that is a sure way to kill it.
I needs a cold winter so it can go dormant. If you would like complete care instructions, email me at
wchoat@american-bonsai.com and I'll send them to you.
You're welcome to check my website
www.american-bonsai.com
Another tip, if you have been keeping indoors, take it outside RIGHT NOW, take it out of the pot, and plant it in good soil for the rest of the winter. This MAY help, but only a slight chance.

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Bonsai Tree Difficulty?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:36:17 +0000

I have a Miniature Indoor Bonsai Tree Garden, Tasmanian Eucalyptus tree, and I was wondering which container keeps the seeds. I have four things with the kit; a bag of what looks like soil, a plastic container with white stuff and some soil, an empty pot, and instructions.

The Instructions do not help by the way…

seeds are usually pre-planted in the soil, the 'white stuff' could be a bag of growing medium

Professional Bonsai Growing Tips -
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Where can I buy a bonsai plant/tree in England?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:36:12 +0000

Bonsai trees are widely available in many garden centres in the UK. Buying them is the easy bit. The DIFFICULT bit is keeping them alive and thriving. It has been estimated that 75% of bonsai trees bought in the UK die within 1 year. They are not easy and require commitment and practice. If you have a local bonsai society I would strongly recommend you go along to have some handy advice available when things get tricky - as they are likely to.

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which one is the easiest bonsai to take care for?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:36:04 +0000

pictures and links please Indoor: Any fig/ficus, Hawaiian umbrella, aralia Outdoor: Maple, elm, juniper Lots more info on my site: http://www.american-bonsai.com Don't forget, you first have to decide whether you want an indoor or outdoor tree, then go from there. Post from: Bonsai Care Related posts:how should i care for my hawaiian umbrella bonsai tree? earlier today i cut off part [...]

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How Often Should I Water My Bonsai Tree?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:32:21 +0000

It Is A Fujian Tea Tree.
How often should i water it (like how may times a day?)
And how many hours between each watering? (10-12 hours?)

How often should i mist it as well, and how many times per day?

It is an indoor Bonsai tree, kept in indirect sunlight. I keep the temperature in the house at about 70 degrees, which is the bonsai's desirable temperature.

All my bonsai's have done best outdoors in a covered area. Any I have brought indoors have "kick the bucket" on me. You can water way to much. The problem is that we do not know where you live. If I guess and say treat it like you would like to be treated, that should not be to far off. Good luck and hit the library and see what you may find.

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When should I plant my bonsai seeds? I'm a beginner, any good tips to grow a successful bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:32:16 +0000

Do I need to wet the seeds in anyway? How do I care for it?

bonsais do not come from seeds; bonsais are made from normal sized plants, and the roots and branches are trimmed to stunt their growth;

you should really buy a good book all about Bonsai; Sunset books has several … and read everything it has to say before you embark on this lifelong project; bonsais take effort, time, work and study.

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How do you care for a chinese Bonsai Cane pant ?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:32:11 +0000

I would like to know if i should put in sun light or indirect light. How do I water It .It was given to me with out instructions/ This site may help and joining a local bonsai club is an extremely valuable source of info, too. http://www.american-bonsai.com Post from: Bonsai Care Related posts:Bonsai Care News from March 28, 2009 [...]

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what how when is best to plant Meigetsu Japanese Maple seeds!?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:44:25 +0000

i am trying to make good beautiful Bonsai .
i got seeds and i cant wait to plant them!

The state of your seeds will determine the best propagation methods. If seeds are fresh (not dried out), then plant directly and they should germinate. If your seeds are dry, they may be doubly dormant. Then soak in hot water for two days. Change water every day. Cold stratify in moist sand or vermiculite in the fridge for 2-3 months. Sow seeds into pots and keep warm & moist for two months and then chill again in the fridge for another 2 months. This should break dormancy of dried, viable seeds and produce new seedlings. Start now!

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Can Bonsai Cherry Blossom trees be grown indoors?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:44:20 +0000

Hi,

I am looking to acquire a Bonsai Cherry blossom tree (although they seem hard to find). Are they considered indoor bonsais? I would be growing it indoors.

Thanks,

Shelly

You are probably thinking of the Yoshino cherry trees that are popular in Japan and are planted around the Jefferson Memorial in Washington DC. If so, they are outdoor trees. There are indoor cherries such as Brush cherry, Surinam cherry, etc. They have blooms more often, but not as spectacular as the Yoshinos. You may want to read the Bonsai Care page on my site:
http://www.american-bonsai.com

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Bonsai and Plant nursuries in Baton Rouge?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:44:15 +0000

I am traveling there and was wondering if there are any really nice garden centers I could check out. Also is there a bonsai supplier? Thanks Check out Brussels Nursery. They are bonsai masters. I have purchased many good items from them. Post from: Bonsai Care Related posts:The best trees for bonsai Image by racer108 via Flickr There are certain [...]

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What are good trees to use for indoor bonsais?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:40:17 +0000

I'm hoping to raise a new bonsai, having just killed off my last one after reading that it wasn't a good indoor breed.

Any help would be great! Thanks!

Any tree can be made into a Bonsai, but my favorite, and the easiest is a Banyan Tree, -though where you live might be too cold for that.

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How to get rid of ants inside the soil of bonsai plant?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:40:13 +0000

Use an ant bait gel like Maxforce Ant Bait Gel or an ant bait granule like Maxforce granule bait. Both of these products work really well and are fast. You need to find out if these ants feed on protein or sweets. Put out a dab of jelly and a dab of peanut butter near them. If they eat the peanut butter they need the granules (protein based), if they eat the jelly they gel (sugar based).
To purchase either of these products go to: http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/ant-baits-c-1_60.html

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Do you have any advice on how I can take better care of my Bonsai tree? (soil type, how much water, etc.)?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:40:08 +0000

What soil should I plant it on? How many times a day to I have to water it? How much sunlight does it need? How many times a week should I trim it? etc. etc. etc.

(It's pretty small, by the way.)

This website will give you some basic information on Bonsai Care http://www.bonsai-garden.com/

Additionally there are a series of bonsai related articles that address specific issues growers of bonsai deal with http://www.bonsai-garden.com/bonsai-articles.htm

Goodluck!

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Is there ANY BEAUTIFUL japanese house plants that I can grow?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:32:44 +0000

I looked up, and all I found is the Bonsai plant. But most people say it cant be grown indoors unless your absolutely careful and know how to take care of it. I'd like a japanese house plant to grow indoors only. yes, japanese only. btw i live in the us so if you also know where I could buy it, I would greatly appreciate it. any flower colored white is first priority.

ps: the giants pwned the patriots. XD

A few tips for you.

1 - You might want to take a visit to your local nursery and see what they're selling. (Local, not Home Depot or Lowes)

2 - Determine what growing Zone you're in.

3 - Google "Japanese House Plant".

4 - If you like the Bonsai that much, read up on it. You must have a green thumb of some sort. If not, don't worry, Bonsai are inexpensive enough.

Happy Hunting.

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Need to identify small indoor fir tree?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:32:38 +0000

I have a small fir tree indoors–about 2 1/2 feet tall. I can't seem to identify what exactly it is, which I need to do in order to take care of it. The lower branches keep browning and drying out. I trim them off and it seems fine and perky for a while. Then a month later, the lower limbs brown and dry up again. Any ideas of web sites to visit? I have googled and don't find anything about indoor pines or firs except stuff on bonsai, etc… which this is nothing like.

treehelp.com

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I WANT TO BUY A BONSAI PLANT WHERE WOULD I GET IT AND AT WHAT COST?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:32:28 +0000

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How do I care for my new bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:32:19 +0000

Hello. This is a very broad question as this art form has many different needs. Tools, watering, pest control, siting, choosing your tree etc. The best bet would be to pop to one of the many expert sites on the net or to acquire a good book on the care of bonsai….it is a fantastic pastime and will bring you many years of pleasure.
Enjoy!
I have started to build an information site around bonsai - it is still in the formative stages, but please feel free to browse and bookmark to come back an see how it develops - like a bonsai, quality does not happen overnight.
http://www.info-aces.com/bonsai/index1.html

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Could someone help me with a bonsai? Plant was knocked over.?

Bonsai Care — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:42:19 +0000

I'm growing bonsai and one of them (a one year old red maple) got knocked over recently. The problem is it's in dormancy for the winter right now and the roots won't take back (so it just basically sits in the soil, not offering any resistance). I'm hoping I can save it, of course.
Now that sunlight is coming back, small buds are appearing along the trunk and the trunk is still flexible, so I don't think its dead.
Should I perhaps leave it in a glass of water for a day or two to stimulate the roots, or perhaps do something else?
I'm hoping to save it, of course. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

This is the perfect time to even trim the roots if they need it, that is, when the leaf buds are first appearing. However, it won't be necessary to trim the roots if it was not root bound. Get some top grade potting soil, and mix some COARSE sand with it (2 parts soil, 1 part COARSE sand). Put it back in the same pot. Whatever you do, don't put it in a glass of water.
You might want to check my Bonsai Care page on:
http://www.american-bonsai.com for potting information.
If you have more specific questions, you're welcome to email me:
wchoat@american-bonsai.com
p.s. 2/26. Don't use the fertilizer as someone has suggested. You don't ever want to fertilizer a sick plant. Just repot it in some good coarse soil so the roots will be happy again.

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tips to take care of bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:42:10 +0000

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How do I plant this Japanese black pine bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:38:21 +0000

Ok for Christmas I got a really nice Bonsai kit and it came with a green pot and drainage dish, four soil pellets ( each about the size of a half dollar and im guessing that I add water and it expands?) And what I can only guess is 4? 5? Black pine seeds…
The kit came with no instructions what so ever!
It just had a little paper that said history about bonsai trees and said "Good luck!"
HELP!

You've got a long wait ahead of you.

Soak the pelets in water. Put a seed in each pellet. Wait.

When your seedlings are mature enough, begin the bonsai process. This will take Years. You're better off to start with a mature plant (juniper is easy) to bonsai.

Here's more: http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=bonsai+techniques&ygmasrchbtn=web+search&fr=ush-ans

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What happened to my bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:38:16 +0000

I took good care of it…followed the directions…watered it…one day they were spraying something outside of my complex…the leaves on my bonsai turned white…i cleaned them off with water…about a week later little tiny white things appeared on the leaves…i cleaned them off and all the leaves fell off the tree except for about 10…what am i doing wrong? will new leaves sprout again? i have an indoor bonsai tree
i think the landscapers were spraying pesticides…it was diffused into the air…its called an indoor bonsai..that is all it says

You may have mites in the soil affecting the tree,or you may have watered it too much.Best thing to do. Take bonsai out of pot. Throw away old soil. Get new potting mix from garden center. Get plain mix without fertiliser. Wash roots of bonsai, plant back in soil. Only water when soil is dry on top. Remember it's a bonsai. Needs very little water.Occasionally feed with liquid fertiliser.Otherwise you may have to buy new plant.Good Luck!

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Using Pet's Ashes to Plant Bonsai Tree?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:38:11 +0000

I just lost my kitten and wanted to know if I could use her ashes to grow a new bonsai tree or other plant? Would you mix them with the soil or could I just line the bottom of the planter with them?

Firstly, please accept my condolences.

Ash can make a good fertilizer depending on the nutritional requirements of the plant. In all fairness to your pet's memory and the plant (you wouldn't want to lose both), you need to look at the type of plant and its needs. Check out the care instructions on this site.

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Bonsai Tree care?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:38:07 +0000

My brother got a Bonsai Tree from his girlfriend for Christmas. The tree was doing well for the first few months but around March or so, it started turning brown. Now all it's leaves are brown. None of my family knows about care for Bonsai's so I really need some help. If you have any care tips, please share them. Oh and if this helps, we keep the tree outside right now.
No he never did trim it.

How Ironic. I had the same problem happen to me around that time and I got mine in December. I called www.joebonsai.com and asked them about it. I can't guarantee that our problem is the same or can be resolved the same way because I don't know the species of your tree. Mine is a Japanese Juniper and what they told me is that mine wasn't getting enough sunlight. I was keeping mine on a windowsill facing the east. It was only getting about 4 hours of sun a day. Thankfully, I found it out then when it was only halfway brown and not later. I now moved it outside as one person said she had never heard of Juniper surviving indoors. Now, it is green and happy. As another answerer suggested above you must trim it or it will die. I don't know why, I just know it will. I hope that it isn't too late for the poor thing. I recommend you buy some from www.joebonsai.com. They are so nice and helpful. Anytime that I have a problem with my bonsai, I call them and they help me. If you have any questions, I would recommend you talk to Nancy, she has helped me tremendously. However, if she isn't available any of them are good. Jimmy, Susan, and the owner Joe have also helped me. JoeBonsai's number is 1-866-231-8616. God Bless and Good Luck!

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Does anyone in the UK or the British Isles do Bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:27:21 +0000

Bonsai is the ancient Japanese tradition of creating miniature gardens in small boxes or planters. Does anyone do this and if yes, then how long have you been doing this and do they sell well in your country?
I have ben creating these delightful miniature gardens complete with live green moss, working waterfalls, brooks or bubbling ponds, along with a miniature tree, placing them in a Saikai Dish and marketing them here in the USA, for the past ten years. I do this as a hobby, a way for me to relax from the daily grind of running two companies that market luxury houseboats and renewable energy sources. I find it to be very relaxing, comfortable and rewarding, and I only sell them if I feel that the person buying my creation will take as good a care of the tree as I would.
I can use native grown trees, in whatever country I am in, so this is not a problem, and I have heard that in the British Isles, there is a lot of gren moss available.
Is anyone doing this now?
Thank you

There is a Bonsai Nursery just outside the town of Newquay in Cornwall: http://newquay-bonsai.co.uk.

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How often should I water my bonsai tree in the winter?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:27:16 +0000

And how much water? It's an indoor bonsai and is about 30 cm high.

Indoor bonsai are more subject to drying in winter when the humidity in your home is usually very low. Conifers are particularly susceptible. Water thoroughly every several days, sooner if the leaves (needles) appear to droop. About once a month, immerse the entire pot up to the soil level in room-temperature tap water. It helps to move the bonsai to a room with higher humidity such as a kitchen or bathroom window sill.

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Bonsai Care — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:27:11 +0000

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Trying to care for this little bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:27:06 +0000

I would like to find a web site to help me find out the type (poss fig?)and help me get it healthy and to care for it. I bought a book but it doesn’t have very much in it about spider mites (which I know it has). I am doing my best but would like some additional info. The gravel on the soil around it is hard like they applied a crust, is that normal? I am keeping inside now as it is too cold outside.

For the spider mites if not severe you can spray with a few drops of dish detergent mixed with a few drops of oil in a quart spray bottle shake well . Alcohol on a Q-tip is an economical and quick treatment, however chemical insecticide sprays are available. But I wouldn't do them at the same time.

And the gravel is like they glued it together. Mine was like that.

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How to save a outdoor bonsai kept indoors all winter?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:40:25 +0000

I'm very new to bonsai, and made the mistake of keeping my Japanese maple indoors all winter. It is about a foot tall and was very healthy before. Now half of the leaves have fallen off and the other half don't look very good. One bud released a tiny sickly looking leaf. With winter at least four months away, what is the best thing to do to keep this maple alive?

Maples need to go through their natural dormancy period, and you starved it from that. It almost had the equivalent of staying awake all night and now the plant is in overdrive.

Im also quite new to bonsai, but all I know is that you need to get it back to its regular cycle. Im not too sure how to go about doing this…but I just thought i'd put in what I know.

You should try contacting Bill Choat…he's a bonsai enthusiast who helped me online once. You might be able to find his name in yahoo answers since thats where I first found out about him.

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Bonsai Care — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:40:18 +0000

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Bonsai Care — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:40:13 +0000

General Care : The Serissa is an indoor plant. It needs as much light as possible and should be kept in a well-aired area where there is plenty of light and a temperature between 13-18 degrees C (55-65 degrees F). It should be kept away from drafts and kept outside during the summer in partial shade.

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Bonsai Care — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:40:07 +0000

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I need help on the topic of Bonsai & I live in Australia?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:26:17 +0000

My bonsai is either a Chinese or Japanese Juniper. Can anyone give me info on how I should care for it?

You may want to read the Bonsai Care page on my site:
http://www.american-bonsai.com . However, if you send an email to me at:
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I just recently received a bonsai tree and?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:26:13 +0000

the person who gave it as a present told me I should water it every two days. Does that mean it is an indoor bonsai tree? I am not sure of its type. Also, how should I trim it? Its leaves are very thin and small.

Compare your plant with pics on this site and you can check for appropriate care instructions too.
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Any tips on how to keep my Bonsai plant alive? I give it water and sun during the day and its still dying????

Bonsai Care — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:26:09 +0000

you may be giving it TO much water. Bonsai's do not need alot of water, I water mine maybe 2-4 times a month, and I don't give it direct water, I spritz it with a spray bottle…. It's fine in the sun, but water it less and you'll see it will revive itself..

Bonsai's are very delicate plants and are generally grown in humid, hot areas, so they get the majority of thier moisture from the humid climate….

Good Luck!

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Jack Pine Bonsai Care?

Bonsai Care — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:26:06 +0000

I new to bonsai stuff
-pot size?
- lighting?
-temperature?
-amount of water?
-fertililizer needed?
-How to prune roots?
-Can I get bonsai soil at home depot?
I starting from seeds
How do I make it look old?

Check out this site. These folks design and grow bonsai professionally. Their site has mega-tons of info.

http://www.american-bonsai.com

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Why is the Bonsai kitten site still out there?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:24:50 +0000

Another Bonsai site:

http://zealcorp.com/bonsaikitten/bkintro.html

Can SPCA or the governemnt lock up the disgusting, cruel, non-human like Bonsai people??? Japanese people make me sick with their twisted minds.
rite…you live in Jap and your dad works in jap, of course you speak for them…not suprised…japan is a pretty twisted country these days…they have vending machines that sell pre-worn woman undies with their pix…jap's porn industry is well known… if you live in jap you should know, a lot of people pay girls to poop on their face so they can eat shit…yes…part of their sm culture…it's an industry there!!! Maybe people you meet are the small portion of their people who are NORMAL in their abnormal society. I agree they don't eat dogs and cats…they do eat whales, which are endangered species!!!

Seems like a joke web site to me

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hello, I just purchased an indoor green island ficus (bonsai) how do I take care of it?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:24:40 +0000

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how to grow a BONSAI plant?what are the various steps and precautions we should take?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:24:19 +0000

i know that we have to cut the tap root but how to do it ..anyone who is expert in growing bonsai ?
for decorating in drawing room .
for decorating in drawing room .
please also tell which trees are the best for bonsai,and is there any particular season to cultivate them?

Cultivating "bonsai" is not something one would do in any kind of a hurry. My advice is to go buy a book translated into English, written by a Japanese master. Then read it carefully.

I have grown "bonsai" for over 40 years — the key word is patience.

There are two main ways to start:
1. From a seed (requiring many years to get anywhere with it).
2. From a plant taken from nature (putting it aside for about two years
and giving it loving care just to make sure it survives).

Of course, nowadays, you can simply buy one! But you have to know what to do with it!

In any case, care and attention are mandatory. All the information about when to cut off the leaves (to get smaller ones and thus enhance the "illusion") and when to cut away excess roots (to be able to grown the plant in a tiny container) and how to bend the branches etc. is far too complex to write about here.

A good book is a must. Believe me.

Oh, yeah, what's a could plant to start with? My choice would be
any of the "box trees": Any of several small evergreen trees and shrubs, with small, leathery leaves. Some species are used as hedging plants and for shaping into garden ornaments. (Genus Buxus, family Buxaceae.

Being an evergreen, you will have leaves all year round.

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How much care do bonsai trees need?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:24:09 +0000

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i have seen on many gardening shows the japanese plant bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:36:18 +0000

how do i get started on one? what specialty stores do i go to if it harder to make then what they show? what plants can i use? can there be drought tollerant or do they come that way already?
are there any ways in australia that i can plant these? can they be left in the pot or do you have to take them out of the pot after a while? where is the best place to keep them? shade, sun or both?
how long do they take to establish and are they suited to the cold weather if left outside?

You can make any plant into a bonsai,but there is a special way to prepare it.Check on a website-Google in -Bonsai.

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Indoor bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:36:14 +0000

How can i make a bonsai tree out of a spruce or anoher plant to keep indoors. How do you wire it into shape, prune it, and keep it small

The only trees you can keep indoors at all times are tropicals. Trees growing outdoors where it gets cold will not survive indoors for more than a few days. They need the changes in temperature of their natural environment.

No matter how many junipers the big box stores try to sell as indoor bonsai, it just doesn't work.

Some good tropicals to start with would be Ficus, Serrissa or even Schefflera.

The subject of bonsai is extensive and I would suggest some studying before jumping in. You could try reading & post at this forum too…
http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/bonsai/
They are very helpful & get you started right.

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Bonsai plant beginner?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:36:10 +0000

I'm looking to buy a bonsai plant to keep in my room, I don't know anything about these plants. I would like any advice on starting out with a bonsai plant, what types, and methods of growing. Also if anyone knows where to get them in hk. thanks.

Make sure you get an "indoor" bonsai, that is, a tropical plant. Where is "hk?" Anyhow, you're welcome to look at the Bonsai Care page of my website:
http://www.american-bonsai.com , or email me:
wchoat@american-bonsai.com

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How to take care of your bonsai.?

Bonsai Care — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:36:06 +0000

It looks like a tree but very bushy and unorganized.

I want to make it look like a realistic tree

I just bought 2 green mound Juiper tree. they're like little pine trees.

What steps do you take in making the plant into a bonsai.

For example cutting the roots, and areas to tie the plant.

Also i would like to know when to change the soil.

I'm going to get a little fisherman and try to make a little pond this would be great.

How much you expose your bonsai tree to the sun is critical to its growth. Make sure it's on a window sill or patio facing south and the typical sun exposure is no more than 4-6 hours a day.

Bonsai trees are best bought from a nursery as they're better maintained than those you get from department stores. Nuseries that sell seedlings or small bonsai plants grow better in homes.

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i have a small bonsai plant/tree and the branches/sprouts are turning brown.i water it and keep it inside.?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:26:12 +0000

i don't keep it in direct sunlite.the branches are still partially green but are turning brown. i need help please. Check your plant against ones on this site and then follow the care instructions. http://www.american-bonsai.com The Muse Post from: Bonsai Care Related posts:Bonsai Care News from March 28, 2009 Gallery of Your Bonsai March 28, 2009 - This...Bonsai Care [...]

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Does anyone know how to take care of a bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:26:07 +0000

I have this Port Jackson Fig and I think its dying. Can anyone tell me how to take care of it? Like with watering and sunlight and stuff?

This website will give you some basic information on Bonsai Care http://www.bonsai-garden.com/

Additionally there are a series of bonsai related articles that address specific issues growers of bonsai deal with http://www.bonsai-garden.com/bonsai-articles.htm

Goodluck!

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Japanese Red Maple Bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:21:21 +0000

Can I grow Japanese Red Maple as Bonsai from cuttings of an outdoor tree?

Yes - but not easily.

If you want to try here’s how -

Take 6 - 8 inch softwood cuttings May/June.
Wound and treat with 1% - 2% IBA.
Stick in pearlite/sand mix and maintain mist until Fall dormancy.
Overwinter in cold frame.
Up pot in early spring.
20% to 80% success rate depending on cultivar and age of donor tree.

Probably not worth it unless you’re doing lots of cuttings.

Air layering will (usually) work if you are looking at a specific part of a tree to work with.

If you just want some small maples to work with, find a supplier of liner stock - these small trees are inexpensive and are young enough to start bonsai culture right from the start. Here’s one that will sell to the public -
http://www.sunsetgrowers.com/japanesemaple.php

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my indoor "bonsai" plant/tree has "burnt" ends/leaves.how can i fix this and save my plant?

Bonsai Care — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:21:15 +0000

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Does anyone know of a good reference or website for the care of a bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:24:09 +0000

I have a spruce bonsai that is appearing to be out growing its current pot (5in x 3in x 2in). I have had it for 3 months as I received it as a valentine's gift. I want to make sure that I can do all that I can for this plant and am considering taking this up as a hobby (especially if I am successful). When I do this transplant, will I have to prune the roots? What I am looking for is fail proof guide on what to do when transplanting this plant.
Thanks in advance for your advice.

Here is one, I hope you find it helpful….
http://www.bonsai4me.com/AdvTech/ATPiceaPruningstylingandwiring.htm

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What should I do with my bonsai?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:00:43 +0000

I just bought a Japanese maple bonsai today. Has anybody had one of these and are there any special hints or tricks that I should know about. I don't want it to die like most of my other plants.
Also, will the Japanese maple lose its leaves in autumn/winter?

I have a Bonsai tree. I have had it for three years now. In the summer time I put it outside by the small bushes I have in the front of the house. I water it regularly in the summer, and then when the weather starts getting cold I take it and put it in the garage near a window. I don't water it all winter. Then when spring comes and the temp goes up I bring it out of the garage and soak it in water for about 15 minutes. That is what I do and mine has been going strong for the three years now.

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Im looking for plants for indoor bonsai. -any ideas?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:00:38 +0000

Ive been doing some research online for bonsai that are able to grow indoors as house plants, im interested in doing it with a ficus or something close to that. Does anyone personally know of any plants that can be grown indoors into interesting and unique bonsai? I would appreciate the help. Thanks

A few years ago I became interested in bonsai. We live near a seashore state park where there are a lot of scrub pine growing in the sand dunes. I found stunted pine trees (about 5 inches tall) that made a great starting plant. They are very hardie and have a nice root system for wrapping around rocks ect. If you are carful you can trim them back until they have the right look. Doing this will leave you with almost an instant bonsai tree which will live inside. ALL bonsai. need to spend some time outside. Pick a nice day and set it in the sun for the day. do this about once a week for best results. good luck

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What can i use to replace Spagnum Moss for mixing with soil for a bonsai plant?

Bonsai Care — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:00:34 +0000

I have vermiculite and perlite could i combine either of those with the soil?
Think its only added to retain moisture, therefore vermiculte 50% with soil 50% what do you think?

Does that mean i won’t have the moss look? (algae instead)
can i get moss that grows rocks at the local pond/fountain? is that the same moss?

Both pearlite and vermiculite are suitable in a bonsai soil mix, but not to replace an organic component.

For a good bonsai mix, you need to start with about a 50/50 mix of organic and inorganic material and then adjust the ratios to the specific plant you are growing.

The best organic component is composted pine bark (sifted) it lasts the longest and provides the best drainage.

The best soil mix is a highly debated topic amongst bonsai enthusiasts. Everyone seems to have their own “secret” recipe.

If you go to the bonsai forums on http://www.gardenweb.com , you can search for “soil mix” and see what other people are doing.

My “basic” recipe is -
2 parts pine bark
1 part peat moss
2 parts calcined clay
1 part builders sand

Then I adjust as necessary.

I’m not sure what you mean by the “moss look”, but spagnum/peat moss is not the same stuff that grows on wet rocks, etc. That moss may be transplanted onto your soil as a ground cover in the pot though.

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How do you properly care for a bonsai tree?

Bonsai Care — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:40:14 +0000

My husband received a bonsai tree for Christmas but unfortunately he has no idea on how to look after it. Can anyone help me?

Highly recommend getting to the library for a book on bonsai.

1. It needs to be outside. It's a tree and trees are happier outside.

That's the big one I remember. I killed 3 bonsai trees inside, even though I watered and generally took care of them. This is what someone told me.

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