Substrate
Bonsai are grown in an extremely small container, with a relatively high percentage of active roots. This requires a special soil. In general, bonsai grow in soil that is very coarse and open, allowing excess water to flow out and air to move into the rootball. What exactly should be in a soil mixture depends on local conditions and personal preference. Below you will find a few commonly used soil components and suggestions for bonsai soil recipies.
Avoid winter damage in bonsai: Rain
Winter is a cause of a lot of damage to bour bonsai. One of the causes: Rain. Now what causes the damage, and how to avoid this? In other wordt, how do you reduce damage to bonsai in winter due to rain?
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