Bonshai Care Tips by rakibulih

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Bonshai Care Tips
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1. Selecting Your Plant: Since we are talking about indoor gardening, I'm only covering information related to tropical bonsai. For beginners, the Ficus species may prove to be your best bet as they can withstand a lot of abuse. Serissa and Bougainvillea are also widely available and relatively easy to maintain. A well-stocked garden store should carry starter plants, but you can also order them from many sites on the web, just be sure to choose a reputable one.

2. Light: Your bonsai will need ample light, but remember to keep them away from radiators or drafty windows during the winter months. South or west facing windows are your best bet to make sure they are getting a sufficient amount of sun exposure (You can also use fluorescent and incandescent bulbs if your home lacks light). Your bonsai will benefit from being placed outside after the threat of frost has passed. At first, put them out for a short period, slowly increasing the length of time they stay out. This will prevent them for going into shock by gradually acclimating them.![Screenshot_2018-01-01-08-56-50.png](https://res.cloudinary.com/hpiynhbhq/image/upload/v1514775939/dfu2oar9h1ttbrk6u8ei.png)
3. Water: During the growing season, your bonsai should be kept moist at all times. Misting the upper part of the plant is also beneficial. In winter, water sparingly never allowing the plant to dry out.

4. Soil: It's important to use a soil specifically designed for bonsai because it drains much faster than typical potting soils. You should be able to find the soil in any reputable garden store or nursery. As you can see, I'm using a soil specific for tropical bonsai.![Screenshot_2018-01-01-08-56-45.png](https://res.cloudinary.com/hpiynhbhq/image/upload/v1514776038/etxz49wpx4kpapc7nghn.png)
5. Fertilizer: Fertilize with a weak mixture once or twice a month, but discontinue during the winter months. Fertilizer with either a bonsai-specific fertilizer or a general houseplant fertilizer.

6. Pruning: This is were the art form of bonsai comes into play. You will need to prune the roots and the crown of your bonsai tree to ensure your plant grows healthily. Re-potting after root pruning will promote growth as well. For root pruning, remove around 1/3 of the roots each year so new soil can be added to the container. This will also allow new roots to grow. For crown pruning, the most important part of pruning is revealing and accentuating the trunk line. To do this, give thought to which branches you will want to keep and then remove competing trunks and branches. The easiest point to remember is branches go on the outside of the curves. Also, try not to cut too much at one time as this can kill your plant. When it comes to choosing a style for your plant.
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