The most important aspect of bonsai care is proper watering. How much water and how ofter will depend on the variety of bonsai you chose and whether it is kept indoors or outdoors.
How Much Water Does My Bonsai Need?
The first factor to keep in mind is the time of year. More water will be needed during warmer months. The size of the bonsai tree as well as the number of leaves are also a deciding factor. A bonsai tree with a high number of leaves is going to require, and create, more food. Leaf size is also going to determine how much water. Remember, more leaves and larger leaves require additional water and nutrients to create more food.
You will want to pay a little more attention to the state of the soil if your bonsai is an indoor bonsai tree. For most varieties you will not want to let the soil get to a state where it is dry and dusty. A bonsai tree with soil in this state desperately needs water and could be on the verge of dying!
Soil is not the only consideration for indoor bonsai trees. The higher the humidity in the area of your bonsai, the longer it will be able to go without watering. A humidity tray is especially helpful here. Misting your bonsai regularly is a good idea as well. Regular misting will allow your tree to go longer without watering. These techniques are commonly used with tropical varieties of bonsai trees that require a humid, rainforest atmosphere.
Understanding watering techniques is crucial if you intend on expanding your bonsai tree collection to multiple plants. Not only does each variety have different needs, but depending on your shaping preferences, each tree will be different. Be sure that you know your trees’ needs and they will reward you with years of peace and beauty!
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I am just a beginner. Have bought one Ficus bonsai and am now very interested in starting as a hobby.