Bonsai Trees
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Ok thanks for the advice
Might have to have a look about some garden centres over the weekend.
I'm intrigued.
I think I'm going to look into buying a Bonsai, I've always liked the fact that they require a lot of attention so it would seem you are more involved.
If kept indoors, what kind of temperature do they tolerate? Also what type would be a good place to start if it is to be kept inside?
I think I'm going to look into buying a Bonsai, I've always liked the fact that they require a lot of attention so it would seem you are more involved.
If kept indoors, what kind of temperature do they tolerate? Also what type would be a good place to start if it is to be kept inside?
It all depends on the tree, some are pretty hardy but I wouldn't keep them constantly above 30 degrees, also they need to be protected from frost although that's not going to be a problem if it's indoors. Also if they are kept indoors do not keep then in direct sunlight, there is no breeze to cool them down and you will cook them pretty quickly. A bright, cool(ish) spot away from the window is ideal
You could be overwatering or underwatering it, it could be too warm or it could just be that the leaves are falling off to make way for new growth - this happens on certain types of bonsai trees. It's hard to say without seeing photos or knowing the type of plant
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Get one of these instead. It looks much easier to look after 
Get one of these instead. It looks much easier to look after
Rocks, the universally un-killable pet.
Unless of course you have a hammer.
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Get one of these instead. It looks much easier to look after
Until you spill it on your carpet.
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I think it depends where you locate them. I originally put mine in my office, and where it was sat didn't get an awful lot of natural light. It lost all its leaves within a couple of weeks and I thought it was dead. I then moved it downstairs into the kitchen, and sat it on a sill, that gets lots of natural light and within a week it started to grow. I water it every 2-3 days and this is what it looks like now. I'm quite impressed to be honest.
You could be overwatering or underwatering it, it could be too warm or it could just be that the leaves are falling off to make way for new growth - this happens on certain types of bonsai trees. It's hard to say without seeing photos or knowing the type of plant
It's a Chinese elm.
I think it depends where you locate them. I originally put mine in my office, and where it was sat didn't get an awful lot of natural light. It lost all its leaves within a couple of weeks and I thought it was dead. I then moved it downstairs into the kitchen, and sat it on a sill, that gets lots of natural light and within a week it started to grow. I water it every 2-3 days and this is what it looks like now. I'm quite impressed to be honest.
Very nice and healthy looking tree! Are you planning on repotting it this year? The soil looks like it could do with it.
Then it's either being underwatered, overwatered or it's too hot
If your watering it every day then step that back to every two days - only water when the soil starts to look like it's getting dry on the surface. If it's on the windowsil in direct sunlight then move it back away from the window but make sure it is in a light and cool (around 15 degrees) room.
Great info. Just ordered one from Green Dragon and some feed stuff.I keep a couple of bonsai trees and I'd highly recommend Green Dragon Bonsai (http://www.greendragonbonsai.co.uk/) - Horrid website but the owner is a great guy and will help with anything.
The most common mistake people make with bonsai trees is over watering them and keeping them indoors, there is no such thing as an indoor bonsai. Most bonsai websites sell "indoor bonsai" as they will live inside, but they won't thrive - your best bet is to get a cheap mini greenhouse and keep them in there. I have one on the balcony and it does the job
Also, bonsai trees require quite a bit more effort than normal house plants so be prepared to spend some time keeping it pruned and watered (but not too much!) and they need re-potting every year in to new soil/medium.
Last but not least, if your looking at buying a Bonsai or already have one I'd recommend heading over to Bonsai Help (http://www.bonsaihelp.co.uk/) and do some reading
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by looking at your zen garden i can see that you have very bad flow. are you meditating regularly?
would love another bonsai after the first one dried out. them red acers look stunning.
would love another bonsai after the first one dried out. them red acers look stunning.
Very nice and healthy looking tree! Are you planning on repotting it this year? The soil looks like it could do with it.
Then it's either being underwatered, overwatered or it's too hot
My room is usually 23C at all times. It's by a window but doesn't get direct sunlight for more than 2 hours a day. I hope it doesn't die, I like my tree.
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Thanks. It does need repotting, but I read it should be done either spring or autumn is this correct? Not really sure what to pot it into either, and what type of soil etc. Will have to do some research.