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How often should you water a Bonsai and does it need selective pruning from time to time?
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∙ 9y ago
You should keep the soil it is planted in damp but not saturated at all times and yes it will need selective pruning as it grows each year to train it into the desired shape.
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Why don't bonsai plants grow tall?
Actually they do grow tall. You have not likely seen tall bonsai because growers do not normally show them prior to pruning. Often during development a bonsai will be very tall, then when the trunk thickness and roots are developed enough, the artist will chop the trunk to make it shorter, and over the next few years develop a new leader and branching to make it look like a much older, mature tree that is small.
Is the bonsai tree a good gift?
A bonsai tree makes a great gift. Depending on the type of bonsai you get - it is a gift that can last a lifetime!! What makes the bonsai a unique gift idea is that often the bonsai is sold by age - so you can match the age of the tree to celebrate various years of passing. For example you might get a 10 year old bonsai to celebrate 10 years on the job for a corporate gift or 5 year old bonsai to celebrate 5 years of cancer survival. Another great option for the bonsai gift is a anniversary bonsai - where you match the year of marriage to the bonsai - celebrating that the bonsai tree started it's life the same year the married couple began their life together. Here is a good bonsai site that actually arranges the bonsai trees by year - http://www.bonsaiboygifts.com/
Can you repot a bonsai tree?
You can repot a bonsai tree, but you must be VERY gentle. You do NEED to repot them every so often and trim up the roots and separate then and give new soil.
What is the average length of a hibiscus flower?
at least 15 feet but you dont see that often due to pruning
What is Ficus Bonsai Tree Care?
Short_history_of_Ficus_bonsai">Short history of Ficus bonsaiThere are many species which have ficus genus in the world such as evergreen trees, shrubs, and woody climbers, but there are about half a dozen that are commonly used for bonsai. See the following species: ficus benjamina, ficus microcarpa (or giseng ficus), ficus retusa (or Green Island fig), ficus salicifolia, etc. Figs are found in tropical and sub-tropical areas. Many are native to southern Asia and India. Only two originated in Florida, however numerous species have been introduced to the American tropics. Ficus bonsai is extremely suitable for beginners because it is easily shaped and grows quickly. General_description_of_Ficus_sub-species">General description of Ficus sub-speciesFICUS BENJAMINA BONSAI. Popular house plant due to its elegant growth and tolerance to poor growing conditions. It has oval, thinly leathery leaves. Reductions to the trunk and the branches should be made gradually. The leaves are very sensitive to small changes in light. When it is turned around or re-located it defoliates easily. FICUS RETUSA, or FICUS MICROCARPA BONSAI. A rapidly-growing, rounded, broad-headed, evergreen tree. Bears beautiful oval, glossy, dark-green leaves up to 10cm long though these reduce with ease. Ficus retusa bonsai is extremely tolerant for small amount of sunlight and poor humidity. It also easily regenerates even after hard pruning.FICUS GINSENG is another variation of FICUS MARIPOSA. GINSENG FICUS has oval, dark green leaves and rootstock which has characteristic shape to the ginger root. The bark of ginseng ficus is of reddish colour. This ficus needs only a modest amount of water.Leaves_and_trunk">Leaves and trunkMost Ficus species evolve produce aerial roots from the branches and huge trunks in nature. Some are straight, some curved, others fluted. Most will do the same in containers. Bonsai leaves vary in size depending on the species. Not all fig trees have small leaves. Some are twelve inches or more across. Flowers_and_fruit">Flowers and fruitFicus trees have flowers, although they are not visible. The "fig" fruits are small and often colorful. They grow on short stems, without stems and in clusters depending upon the species. Tolerance_to_climate">Tolerance to climateIt is possible to grow Ficus bonsai outdoors but only in places where the climate is mild. Ficus bonsai are not frost hardy but they need to be protected from frost and cold temperatures. Thus for people living in other-than-tropical climates, the tree should be kept indoors during the winter under fluorescent lights. Ficus bonsai will do well when the temperature does not fall below 15°C. Tolerance_to_sun">Tolerance to sunWhen indoors, Ficus bonsai should be kept near a south facing window. Ficus will tolerate full sun. However temperature fluctuations should be kept to a minimum, so do not position the tree near the radiators which dramatically dry the surrounding air. Repotting">RepottingAll potted plants will eventually outgrow their containers. The miniaturization of a bonsai trees is maintained by keeping the roots confined to the small container. The tree should be removed from its container and its root inspected once a year while it should be repotted every two years. Ficus bonsai needs to allow the water to drain easily, thus use basic soil mixture when repotting. Sufficient fertilizer is important for their growth, since ficus bonsai are grown in limited soil amounts. Watering">WateringWatering must be plentiful during the spring and summer period while the plant is outside. In winter, allow the soil to dry out before watering. Spray the plant often to maintain humidity. Pests_and_diseases">Pests and diseasesAs living trees, bonsai are susceptible to insect attacks and disease. The biggest probems can be caused by mites and scale insects. Also you may find black spots on your fungus. Defoliation can be the consequence of overwatering or incorrect position of bonsai tree. Yet Ficus bonsai will leaf out in 3 to 6 weeks if the conditions are improved. Shaping_ficus_bonsai">Shaping ficus bonsaiFicus bonsai can be shaped into the desired form by pruning or wiring. Pruning also reduces growth above ground in order to maintain a balance with root growth. It is better to prune Ficus in spring. You can trim branches of various sizes by sharp scissors or shears. When pruning back smaller branches, leave a short stub which will dry out over the following days, removal of this dry stub is easy and leaves a far smaller scar in the bark. Styles">StylesFicus bonsai vary in styles and size. The most popular bonsai styles are simple forms such as informal upright and leaning styles. Also you may try the following styles: small groups, multiple trunk, raft, and semi-cascade. Ficus_bonsai_Summary">Ficus bonsai SummarySince Ficus is tropical and sub-tropical species, they can grow indoors. Various techniques such as pruning, wiring, and trimming can be applied for shaping bonsai. Light and humidity are essential for ficus bonsai. Ficus bonsai is perfect for beginners because it is not difficult to care for and just in two years he will have an impressive and beautiful bonsai tree.
Why was it called a bonsai charge?
A bonsai charge is a military tactic named after the bonsai tree, which is small but resilient. It refers to a small-scale, often suicidal attack where a small group of soldiers launches a surprise assault against a larger enemy force. The term is used to describe the strategy's similarity to a bonsai tree, as it involves a focused and intense attack from a seemingly insignificant force.
Tricyclic antidepressants should not be given together with?
Tricyclic are a family of antidepressants that were given to people before the SSRI. Often psychiatrists prescribe a tricyclic and a newer anti-depressant usually a selective serotonin Inhibitor or a serotonin Norefenefphan selective inhibitor. Your doctor can usual decide what is safe
What is meant by the phrase tree pruning?
Tree pruning is trimming and shaping a tree by cutting off branches. It is often done when a tree's limbs are too close to and interfering with utility lines or roadways, or may be causing damage to a structure. Pruning can also be used to enhance the shape of a tree for decorative purposes or to encourage a young tree to grow in a particular shape.
How often should a bonsai be watered?
Trees in the ground are able to reach down deep into the soil and far from the trunk to reach available water. The roots are also protected from drying out fast by the soil and any ground cover such as lawn over them. Bonsai are in shallow pots, with fast-draining but moisture retentive soil. Watering cannot be done on a schedule, every tree, the soil, root condition and weather affect them, but if a bonsai is watered every other day in spring it may need to be watered 2-3 times a day in the summer sun. Many yard trees never need watering except in a drought.
What is the bonsai industry market share?
I know of no market research in this area. Compared to the sales of garden trees/plants, houseplants, street trees etc. I would imagine it is a very small percentage. In the Seattle area, for example, there are hundreds of nurseries/garden centers. Of those very few have a bonsai section. Many of the few specialty bonsai nurseries in the area have closed over the last 10 years. In my opinion, the reason is twofold. 1. Many bonsai artists prefers to create their trees from nursery stock, cuttings, airlayers, or yamadori (trees collected from the wild) rather than buying trees already developed by others. 2. The inexpensive "Mallsai" sold at the large discount stores are mass produced, often in China, and are sold with little or no care instructions. Often outdoor bonsai like junipers are bought, many given as gifts, and are dead within a month or two because they are kept indoors, and are planted in poor soil. People are not likely to spend several hundred or thousands of dollars on a really nice bonsai as sold at a reputable bonsai nursery when they expect to kill it.
Does a bonsai plant receives its basic needs?
Bonsai kept by serious hobbyists receive more than their basic needs. Because they are prized by their owners, they are better taken care of than a typical yard or garden tree or houseplant. On the other hand, inexpensive bonsai (mallsai) sold at shopping malls and discount stores, often do not receive their basic needs. They may be bought on a whim, or be given as a gift and typically have little or no care instructions included with them at such stores.
Japanese art of cultivation dwarf trees?
The Japanese have become world-renown for Bonsai, the art of grooming miniature trees and shrubs (usually various pines) to grow in small pots, trays or bowls. Bonsai evolved out of an ancient Chinese tradition of crafting small trees in bowls -- early Chinese illustrations from the 8th century show bonsai growing in bowls. The Japanese began crafting bonsai turned it into an art form that has spread internationally. Early references to bonsai in Japan appear by the 10th century. The point of bonsai is to "design" the tree as if it's a living sculpture, with careful aesthetic attention to composition, balance and blank spaces. Some trees are groomed to look like they've been growing on a windy hillside, with the branches leaning to one side. The same meticulous attention to trimming is often applies to full-sized outdoor trees in the Japanese landscape, in city parks and private yards. Bonsai's popularity ha sled to the formation of organizations and clubs for enthusiasts all over the world. One note about bonsai: It's pronounced "BOHN-SIGH" with a long "o" like in "bone." Some people mispronounce it as "banzai," which is a cheer, and has nothing to do with miniature trees.
