FAQ

Bonsai Practiced for centuries in China and Japan, bonsai is the reproduction of natural tree forms in miniature. Bonsai trees are living miniature trees which increase in beauty and value as they mature over the years.

How often should I water my bonsai tree?
How often should I fertilize my bonsai tree?
How often should I mist my bonsai tree?
How much sunlight is required for my bonsai tree?
How is miniaturizing a tree possible?
How do I trim and prune my bonsai?
How do I prevent diseases and insects from infecting my bonsai?
How do I train my bonsai?
What is bonsai soil and why is it used for bonsai?
How often should I re-pot my bonsai tree?

What is the average life of an air-plant?
How do I need to water an airplant?
Can I use any type of water?
Can I overwater air-plants?
Do airplants need sun?
Can they grow in any temperature?

Unlike a houseplant, bonsai trees use a "free draining" type of soil because their roots cannot tolerate "wet feet". In addition, they are grown in significantly less soil and, therefore require more watering. Factors such as tree location, temperature, lighting conditions, quantity of soil used, and the changing seasons will determine the frequency of watering. You can get to know when your tree needs to be watered by observing the foliage, testing the soil with your index finger just below the surface, or just by the weight of the pot. (The drier the tree, the lighter it will feel.) To take the guesswork out of watering, we recommend an inexpensive moisture meter which works very much like a thermometer. Insert it into the soil and the movement of the needle will tell you if it is time to water.