In today’s time, with everyone living in small houses, planting trees and having spacious lawns is not at all possible. But still there is something that can suit the need of the hour i.e. the bonsai.
What are bonsai plants?
Bonsai is a tree or a plant grown in containers in such a way that they are miniature in size. All sorts of trees and shrubs can be used for bonsai. One can also come to know about the famous varieties such as orchids, maples and many more.
Indoor care for bonsai tree:
Caring for bonsai trees is something which requires knowledge and experience. Some varieties of trees are thick; thus they are able to survive the winter outside whilst others will need a more protected environment.
As a beginner, there will be many difficulties to handle the bonsai plant. A few bonsai caring tips are as follows:
1) Water the plant at optimum levels :
During the beginner phase, you are going to face difficulties related to watering the bonsai plant. For ensuring the optimum watering for your bonsai tree, you must wait for the drying out of the soil.
2) Root and Branch trimming:
Root pruning must be done only at the start of the spring seasonas and when the bonsai’s roots have grounded in the pot. Pruning of branches can also be done at this time.
3) Know when to apply Fertilizer and Soil:
Choosing the right soil is important for the care of indoor bonsai. You can get knowledge about this from your nearest garden center or can gather information from any bonsai specialist.
4) Selecting the Right Environment for the growth of bonsai:
You should place your bonsai in an area that receives plenty of sunlight. You have to see that the room where the bonsai is placed does not have a very high or low temperature.