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#01: Watering Bonsai Correctly - the Theory

#02: Mica Bonsai Pots - a Lightweight, Durable Alternative to Traditional Ceramic Bonsai Pots

#03: Spruce vs. Fir - 5 Simple Features to Safely Distinguish Spruces and Firs

#04: Bonsai Presentation Tables - for a harmonious and credible presentation of a bonsai

#01: Watering Bonsai Correctly - the Theory

Especially during the hot summer season, watering bonsai correctly is crucial.

First and foremost, when watering a bonsai, we think about supplying water for nutrient transport. Nutrients dissolved in water are transported within the bonsai's vascular system and can be used where needed.

Additionally, the bonsai also needs water to regulate its temperature. Water evaporates from the needles or leaves of the bonsai, thereby ... [more]

#02: Mica Bonsai Pots - a Lightweight, Durable Alternative to Traditional Ceramic Bonsai Pots

What are Mica bonsai pots?

Mica bonsai pots are bonsai pots made from a mixture of Mica, plastic, and metal powder, traditionally crafted in Asia. These pots are typically dark brown in color, with small Mica inclusions in the material giving them a silvery sheen. These pots are known for their relatively lightweight and exceptional durability. They come in various sizes and traditional designs.

The origins of Mica pots

Traditionally, bonsai pots were made from ceramics or clay. It's challenging to pinpoint the exact time when Mica bonsai pots were first mentioned, but the use of Mica for crafting bonsai pots likely began in the last few decades of the 20th century. As the popularity of bonsai as a hobby and art form grew, bonsai enthusiasts sought new materials for pots that ... [more]

#03: Spruce vs. Fir - 5 Simple Features to Safely Distinguish Spruces and Firs

Spruces and firs are among the most popular coniferous trees often found in forests, gardens, and parks. While they may appear similar at first glance, they have several distinctive characteristics that set them apart. In this article, we'll take a detailed look at the distinctive features of spruces and firs and explore other interesting aspects that can help distinguish these two types of coniferous trees.

#04: Bonsai Presentation Tables - for a harmonious and credible presentation of a bonsai

What are Bonsai Presentation Tables?

Bonsai presentation tables are flat, rectangular, or round tables, usually small in size, on which bonsais are placed in their pots to enhance the presentation of the bonsai. Typically, a bonsai on a bonsai presentation table is part of an overall display along with other exhibition items such as an accent plant or a scroll painting. Such a comprehensive presentation is traditionally done in Japan within a tokonoma, which is a decorative alcove in the home. Nowadays, you can often see such presentations at bonsai exhibitions worldwide.