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Indoor Bonsai Plant

Bonsai originated in Asia several centuries ago. Japanese calls it “tray planting”, while the Chinese calls it “tray scenery”. But bonsai is actually both. Bonsai is defined as the art of dwarfing trees by planting them in basins. Although this is usually linked to the Japanese, bonsai really originated from China, a form of art derived from Chinese “penjing”.

Most people believe that the bonsai is not meant to be grown outdoors. However, this seems to be a common misconception. Although, it is still possible to grow your bonsai indoors, there are several things that you need to consider. For one, there are only two kinds of indoor bonsai plant – the tropical and the semi tropical. The tropical kind requires a constant temperature, that is, one that should not go below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, with less than 10 degrees fluctuations between day and night. Semi tropical ones necessitates two distinctly varied seasons within the year. Its growing period between April and October should be bright and warm. The remaining months should be bright but cooler. An indoor bonsai plant also allows you to choose between a flowering plant and one that simply grows leaves. Personal preference dictates the choice of bonsai type, as well as its shape.

Not a lot of people know that the site of the indoor bonsai plant is crucial. While bright light is vital, bonsai needs a good protection from the sun’s heat. If you intend to place your indoor bonsai plant in a dark area of the house, make sure that it is provided with a grow-light not less than 10 hours everyday.

Humidity is another important element in successfully growing an indoor bonsai plant. Since central heating can be a problem during the winter, ensure that your bonsai is not anywhere near the heating vents. You may regularly spray your bonsai to give it the necessary humidity.

Caring for you indoor bonsai plant shouldn’t be that difficult. A fertilizer that is water-soluble, plus a weekly foliar feeding should keep it nice and healthy. Wiring and pruning are dependent on the type of bonsai you are growing and the desired shape you want it to have. The importance of water is undeniable. However, it is recommended that your indoor bonsai plant be given water in the morning so it won’t have to stay wet all throughout the night.

When grown and cared for well, the indoor bonsai plant adds beauty to every home.