Have you ever wanted to know more about caring for bonsai trees indoors? Have you wondered what the best species are for indoor bonsai trees? Read our tips below to keep your new bonsai tree happy and healthy indoors. Our Recommended Species of Indoor Bonsai Trees Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin) Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica) Japanese Quince (Chaenomeles Japonica) Pink Flower Mimosa Sensitive (Mimosa Pudica) Purple Flower Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) Our Top Indoor Bonsai Care Tips The general rule of thumb to keep any plant healthy indoors, is that the more you can recreate its natural environment, the happier it will be. This can mean that not all plants will thrive indoors, however, many species of tropical and subtropical...
There are many options for bonsai tools and what supplies you should start with depends on the kind of tree you have and the type of work you plan on doing. A complete set of tools generally includes bonsai shears, wire cutters (manufactured for bonsai styling, not regular wire cutters), jin pliers, knob cutters, concave cutters, wire in various sizes, a root hook and a broom. As a beginner, you can generally start with just bonsai shears for a while. However, if you plan on starting with untrained nursery stock or collecting trees from the wild, you will find a lot of the other tools helpful. At a minimum, we would recommend these as a basic bonsai tool starter set: Bonsai...
Why grow bonsai trees from seed? "Misho" is the Japanese term for bonsai trees grown from seed. Misho refers to planting tree seeds and cultivating them. This way of tree cultivation is suitable for beginners and similar to any other kind of gardening from seed. Growing your own bonsai tree from seed is a very rewarding experience and gives you full control over the style of your tree from the beginning of its existence. It is also an incredible feeling to be able to say, "I grew this bonsai from seeds myself!" and an economical way to enter the hobby. Beginners and experts alike grow bonsai trees from seed and, with a little bit of patience and time, you can too. What...
There are generally two types of pruning when caring for bonsai. General maintenance pruning helps your bonsai tree maintain its shape and can be performed at any time. Structural pruning, to refine your bonsai's shape or create a new style, requires a few considerations. Here are 5 great tips to consider when pruning your bonsai tree: 1) Most trees prefer not being pruned This is important to keep in mind as a guiding principle of bonsai care. The extra leaves and branches on your bonsai help to keep your tree strong and healthy. The best time to prune your bonsai tree is when it is growing strongly and has a bushy look to it. If you can easily count the number of leaves on your bonsai tree, you...
Small daily changes in routine can be the catalyst for better habits and improved quality of life. Introducing a living work of art into your home, such as a bonsai tree, can be just one example as they require frequent tending and observation to thrive. Unlike regular houseplants, bonsai trees require a bit more love, attention and hands on care – however the personal benefits and rewards are numerous. Benefits of bonsai tree care Increased mindfulness Mindfulness is the state of being conscious or aware of something. To be fully present and aware of where we are and what we’re doing. You can use the daily routine of watering your bonsai tree, checking for potential health issues and ensuring it keeps...
