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The Best Indoor Bonsai Tree Varieties and Caring for Indoor Bonsai Trees

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...

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5 Tips for Pruning Bonsai Trees

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...

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How a Bonsai Tree Can Change Your Life

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...

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Bonsai Tree Care for Beginners – A How To Guide

Hi there! You are now the proud owner of a real bonsai tree. As such, you want to ensure you keep it alive and healthy so here are a few tips to help you be successful with your new hobby. Watering – When should I water a bonsai tree and how do I do it? Watering a bonsai tree is actually quite easy. Since bonsai trees have large holes in the bottom of their pots to help with drainage it is best to water them in a sink. We suggest taking your bonsai tree over to the sink and soaking it using a gentle stream of lukewarm water. The goal is to water the tree enough that water pours out the bottom of...

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