| Keeping a Bonsai tree takes a lot of work and | | | | too much exposure to the sun can also damage |
| dedication. Since these trees have to constantly | | | | the Bonsai tree. That is why individuals must |
| be trimmed and taken care of. | | | | make sure that their Bonsai trees achieve the |
| Here are some tips on caring for a Bonsai tree: | | | | proper balance of watering, sun exposure, and |
| 1. Bonsai trees are usually kept in pots or trays. | | | | pruning, so the trees will remain healthy. |
| They would need to be repotted once a year. | | | | 4. Remember that there are many types of |
| This is to promote the growth of new roots. | | | | Bonsai trees. Each will need to be individually cared |
| Eventually, they would need to be moved into a | | | | for according to their type. This especially applies |
| bigger container as the need arises. | | | | when it comes to the amount of sunlight they |
| The best containers are the ones specially | | | | receive. So it is important to identify exactly what |
| designed for Bonsai trees. These have holes on | | | | type of Bonsai tree one has, so they can find |
| the side that allow excess water to drain out of | | | | proper instructions on how to best to take care |
| the holes, so the plants do not suffer from too | | | | of it! |
| much watering. | | | | 5. Do not trim Bonsai trees with just a pair of |
| 2. Watering a Bonsai tree is tricky. Since they are | | | | scissors! There are a lot of tools available that are |
| contained in pots, there's not much room to | | | | especially designed to trim Bonsai tress. Each |
| water them in. Also, too much watering can | | | | specific tool serving a different purpose, such as |
| cause growth of fungus. The moisture level of a | | | | shaping the tree, cutting the leaves, tweaking its |
| Bonsai tree should be closely inspected everyday, | | | | branches, etc. |
| and moderated. | | | | Growing a Bonsai tree is an art form. So much |
| A Bonsai tree should never be allowed to | | | | work, attention, skill goes into maintaining its |
| completely dry out. A good method to check for | | | | appearance. The trick is to make it appear that |
| moisture level is to put in a toothpick right inside | | | | not a lot of work has been done to achieve their |
| the soil. This way individuals will now if it is still | | | | shape and symmetry. This is why these trees |
| damp. | | | | are so special and priced greatly for their beauty. |
| 3. Bonsai trees need sun light! But be careful, since | | | | |