Lets face it,growing and maintaining a healthy looking bonsai tree can sometimes prove to be a tough task for those who are unaware of the necessary attention,patience and dedication needed in order to successfully grow and nurter a bonsai tree.I personally have my own bonsai tree which I look after,but was quite astounded when I found out the many diseases this type of tree could be exposed to, as well as the many techniques which could be used to enhance the lifetime of the bonsai tree.This is where I would like to talk about and review a very helpful bonsai tree guide I recently bought, which is called “Bonsai Care Secrets”.This guide shows people how to grow as well as take effective care of their bonsai trees.
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The indoor bonsai tree has a long and fascinating history ranging from monks and the aristocracy to the general population. Let’s travel with the bonsai tree so that we can gain an understanding and appreciation for this unique art form. Keep in mind that the term bonsai refers to any tree or shrub in miniature that is kept in a pot.
Bonsai tree Born in China
We are born not it Japan, as people might think from watching Karate Kid, but in China somewhere around 700 A.D. At this time our name is not actually bonsai, but rather Penjing. Penjing is translated from the character “Pen” which means tray and “Jing” which means scenery. The first documented proof of our existance is in the tomb of Prince Zhang Huai who died in 706 A.D. On the walls of the tomb there is a picture of a servant carrying a miniature landscape, and in another a servant is carrying a plant in a pot. The Chinese were fascinated with us, with miniaturization in general, believing that miniaturization concentrated the mystical and magical powers of the tree. It is not clear whether we were kept indoors or outside at this time. In China we are are characterized by sparse foliage and thick trunks which often resemble birds, dragons and other animals.
Travels to Japan
Our next destination is Japan. Experts argue just when we made the trip, but it is agreed that we traveled somewhere between the Heian period (794 – 1191A.D.) and the Kamakura period (1185 – 1333). We are now called Bonsai, from the character “Bon” meaning tray and “Sai” meaning plant. Though we have a new name in this new country, it is really very similar. In fact the Chinese character for “Pen” and the Japanese symbol for “Bon” are identical. There is a Japanese scroll attributed to the year 1195 that seems to refer to bonsai. In the beginning bonsai in general, and indoor bonsai trees in particular, were limited to Buddhist monks who were looking to bring some nature and life into their drab quarters. Over time, our keeping and care expanded to the aristocracy, and was seen as a sign of honor and prestige. In the 1300’s we made our way to the general population. It was now that great strides in the techniques for training bonsai occurred. This is probably why much of the general population believes that we were born here. For the Japanese, we represent the harmony between man, the soul and nature. Japanese indoor bonsai trees are usually trained to closely resemble their larger counterparts.
Across the Ocean to the United States
At the end of World War II, we traveled across the ocean to the United States with soldiers returning from war. Unfortunately, many of us died from the trip, and from inadequate care when we arrived. However interest was sparked, and Americans wanted to learn how to train and properly care for us. Fortunately for us there were many Japanese Americans willing to help, and it wasn’t long before we not only survived but thrived in our new country. Modern American bonsai represent a combination and blurring of both Chinese and Japanese techniques and practices.
From China to Japan to the US, we have now completed our travels with the indoor bonsai tree. Of course the bonsai is know know and has gained acceptance and popularity all over the world. We have traveled through time, across the globe, and have broken economic barriers to arrive where we are today as a hobby and art form that is enjoyed the world over. Hopefully our trip had increased your knowledge of the vast history of the bonsai, and increased your appreciation for the art form.
Dwarf Jade Bonsai Tree, 12″ tall in a 6″ bonsai pot. Its shiny green leaves will have it standing out among your bonsai. Suitable for indoors but may be kept outside after treat of frost is gone.
Product Description Dwarf Jade Bonsai Tree, 12″ tall in a 8″ bonsai pot. Its shiny green leaves will have it standing out among your bonsai. Suitable for indoors but may be kept outside after treat of frost is gone. 8j
Dwarf Jade – Portulacaria afra
General Information: A Fleshy, softly woody shrub or small tree up to 3m to 4m, often sprawling; occurring on dry rocky hillsides and in succulent scrub. Portulacaria afra, also called “Elephant Plant” or “Small leaf Jade” is relatively n… More >>
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The plant you will receive is growing in a 4″ pot, about 6″ tall and well branched.
The Serissa is an indoor plant
It needs as much light as possible
The Serissa flowers practically all year round, but particularly from spring to fall
Product Description Overview : The Serissa genus has only one species (Serissa foetida syn. Serissa japonica), but comes from a huge family of between 4500 and 5000 species. It is an evergreen shrub to 45 cm (18 in) high with oval, deep green, rather thick leaves that have an unpleasant smell if bruised. It is grown for its neat habit, good coverage of branches and long flowering time. It is also valued for its rough, grey trunk which tends to get lighter in colour with age. Th… More >>
The practice of Bonsai began in China and Japan hundreds of years ago, and is simple the miniaturization of naturally occurring plants and trees. Bonsai trees are not “special small” trees, but rather trees that ave been slowly miniaturized from their full size.
The main areas of tree care are the following:
Watering your Tree
Bonsai Trees require more watering than most plants, as they are grown in less soil and the soil itself is free draining (meaning it doesn’t retain the water and lets it pass through). The type of tree, the sunlight it is exposed to all factor in to how much watering should be done. You can tell if your Bonsai Tree needs water by looking at it, feeling the soil and if you prefer; by using a moisture meter to be certain.
Fertilizing your Tree
Bonsai plants are grown in smaller amount of soil compared with other trees and plants, therefore fertilizing and feeding your tree is key. You will want to fertilize once in the Spring and once again in the Fall to ensure maximum health and growth. Your fertilizer should contain chelated iron, nitrogen, phosphoric acid and potash. Make sure before you fertilize, to water your tree and then apply less than the recommended amount.
Misting your Tree
Bonsai trees and plants in general thrive in a humid environment, something that is somewhat uncommon in most of the world. Some gardeners would recommend misting your plants, to recreate this humid environment. The issue with misting is that it’s only a short term benefit to your plant. We recommend placing a tray below your tree, which you fill with water and allow natural evaporation to do the work to create humidity. Make sure the plant is setup off the tray so the roots are not sitting in the water constantly.
Sunlight for your Tree
Bonsai trees thrive in a sunny location, and only with a few exceptions (repotting, extreme trimming) it should live permanently in a sunny spot. It’s a good idea to leave your plant within a foot of a direct source of ultraviolet light. Southern (east/west okay too) exposure is best, if you plan to grow in a northern exposure location you may need the assistance of grow lights. Do not use Incandescent light as it is much too hot and does not provide a complete spectrum of light. Choose your type of tree wisely as some do better in less light and some require lots of light.
Trimming & Pruning your Tree
One of the main attractions of Bonsai ownership is the possibility to shape and mold your tree to meet your vision and desire. However there are fundamental concerns you need to keep in mind whilst pruning your tree. Balance is very important, and keeping a nice even distribution of branches over the your roots below is key to keeping your tree healthy and complete. You begin shaping your tree when it’s very young, and continue to shape even as your tree ages year after year. Butterfly shears are used to remove leaves and branches as needed. Large branches should only be removed with a concave cutter. Maintaining your trees appearance while minimizing the appearance of pruning is essential.
Protecting your Tree (from disease and pests)
Similar to many other trees and plants, bonsai are vulnerable to attacks by diseases and various pests. If you keep your bonsai in excellent health, you can ward of insects who are attracted to dyeing and weak trees. A healthy amount of light, fresh air and clean soil will ensure your bonsai stays healthy and gives you years of enjoyment. Insecticide soap spray is an option, however you should re-apply on a regular interval to prevent attacks from coming back.
Training your Bonsai
Expanding on the training idea of pruning and trimming, bonsai can be further trained using copper wise or hemp rope. The copper wire is rooted at the base of the tree and than wrapped around the trunk and branches, which allows your to train the branches to grow in your desired direction and shape. The wire should be wrapped closely but not too tight and the bends created should not be too extreme as to damage the branch. Once the wire starts biting into the bark, it should be removed. Removal should be done by snipping the wire at each bend, do not un wrap the wire as it can damage the branches and bark.
Soil for your Tree
When discussing watering above we noted that Bonsai trees use free draining soil, which means that it passes the water through and does not retain like typical potting soil. The makeup of the soil allows the roots of your bonsai to breathe freely. Bonsai soil comes in two main types, conifer and tropical mixtures. When you repot your tree make sure to do so with dry soil.
Repotting your Tree
As your bonsai grows and matures it will need to move containers. However unlike most repotting we do not upgrade our pots to larger sizes. When the bonsai is repotted the roots should be trimmed to fit the previous container size. Average time between repotting is 5 years, however it should be checked annually to verify root ball size. When trimming the root ball, do not remove more than 1/5 of the root material. Finally when repotting keep the bonsai out of the sun/light for at least a week.
