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Few subjects in bonsai care are as complicated as watering. What should
be the simplest task is actually the most complex. Improper watering is
the most common cause of death of bonsai trees. In fact, apprentices in
Japan will perform many other duties during their first few years
before being trusted to water the trees.

Bonsai soil is unlike regular potting material. It is porous and
allows very rapid drainage. As a result, frequent and generous watering
is necessary. However, over watering is just as dangerous to the
bonsai’s health. Too much water can promote the growth of harmful fungi
and lead to root rot.

Both of these damaging extremes can be avoided, though. By
following these tips, the complex art of bonsai watering can be
converted to a healthy practice that anyone can accomplish.

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Soil selection should be of great concern to any bonsai gardener. Bonsai trees are typically confined to small containers and keeping them in the best possible soil is extremely important to the health of your bonsai.

Here are a few points to consider when selecting soil for your bonsai tree:

• Gravel, loose sand, expanded shale, or fire clays such as catlitter are excellent choices. Japanese bonsai gardeners prefer volcanic soils because they are loose and contain minerals that are essential to a plant’s growth.
• Optimizes water drainage. You want to have sufficient drainage while maintaining enough water to sustain the bonsai tree.
• The soil should provide adequate aeration.

The guidelines above should provide you a general overview of the soil you should use. You should take care to research the needs of your specific bonsai tree.

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