The Art of Caring for Miniature Trees
Bonsai is a living organism that requires attention, patience and proper care. Proper care allows the tree to live for decades, maintaining its unique shape and health.
In this section we will tell you about the basic rules of bonsai care that will help your tree grow beautiful and strong.
A comprehensive guide to caring for your bonsai throughout the year.
Spring (March - May)
Repotting: Repot most species during this period.
- Pruning: Prune for shaping and growth control.
- Fertilizing: Begin fertilizing regularly.
- Watering: Increase watering frequency as temperatures rise.
- Species-specific:
- Deciduous: Encourage new growth by pruning and fertilizing.
- Coniferous: Prune lightly and fertilize sparingly.
- Tropical: Maintain high humidity and warm temperatures.
- Juniper: Prune after new growth emerges.
- Maple: Prune for shape and growth control.
- Pine: Prune for shaping and to control growth
Summer (June - August)
Watering: Water frequently, especially during hot weather.
- Fertilizing: Continue fertilizing regularly.
- Shading: Protect from intense sunlight.
- Pest and disease control: Monitor for pests and diseases and treat promptly.
- Species-specific:
- Deciduous: Keep the soil moist and provide shade during the hottest part of the day.
- Coniferous: Water deeply and provide shade.
- Tropical: Maintain high humidity and warm temperatures.
- Juniper: Prune lightly for shaping.
- Maple: Prune for shape and growth control.
- Pine: Prune for shaping and to control growth
Autumn (September - November)
Watering: Reduce watering frequency as temperatures cool.
- Fertilizing: Gradually reduce fertilization.
- Pruning: Prune for shaping and growth control.
- Species-specific:
- Deciduous: Allow leaves to fall naturally.
- Coniferous: Prune lightly for shaping.
- Tropical: Maintain warm temperatures and humidity.
- Juniper: Prune for shaping and to control growth.
- Maple: Prune for shape and growth control.
- Pine: Prune for shaping and to control growth
Winter (December - February)
Watering: Water sparingly.
- Fertilizing: Stop fertilizing.
- Protection: Protect from frost and freezing temperatures.
- Species-specific:
- Deciduous: Allow trees to enter dormancy.
- Coniferous: Provide protection from cold winds and frost.
- Tropical: Keep trees indoors in a warm, humid environment.
- Juniper: Prune lightly for shaping.
- Maple: Prune for shape and growth control.
- Pine: Prune for shaping and to control growth
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