Bonsai is a miniature tree planted in a flower pot. This is an art originated from Japan. The bonsais sold in the flower market are similar and the prices are relatively high. So, can we make our own bonsais? The making method of making your own miniature bonsai teaches you how to make a small bonsai. This is a great option for those small apartments or offices that need some greenery but don't have a lot of space. The steps below will explain how to create the perfect bonsai.
Method/Steps
1Select the type of tree. When choosing a tree type, it is important to consider your geographical location. Some trees lose their leaves in the winter and need temperatures to drop below freezing so they can go into hibernation in preparation for the following spring. Some trees do not survive long in cold climates. Some trees require a lot of water during the hot summer months, while others are very heat tolerant. Find out what kinds of trees will do well in your area. Three types of tree species commonly used in bonsai are: 1) Ficus; 2) Juniper; 3) Ulmus elm. 
2Choose the size of the bonsai. Bonsais range from miniature species as small as 15 centimeters high to large bonsais as large as 1 meter high. Decide how big of a bonsai you want before choosing a plant type. 
3Select plants. Once you decide on the type and size of bonsai you want, you can go to a nursery or bonsai store to choose the plants that will make your bonsai. When choosing plants, look at the color of the leaves to make sure the plants are healthy. Then look at the available plants and imagine what they will look like if pruned.Its important to imagine what your bonsai will look like before you buy a plant to take home. You don’t want to bring home a plant and discover that it is now unsuitable for bonsai. 
4Select the flower pot. Choosing the right flower pot is closely related to the size and shape of the plant. Choose a shape and color that you personally find aesthetically pleasing. The pot should be large enough for the soil to cover the plants roots. You don't want to have only a small amount of soil in the pot and not enough moisture for the plants roots. If the pot isn't big enough, you'll ruin the plant. At the same time, you should always imagine what nature looks like and choose a pot that is large enough to accommodate the plants. The idea of ??bonsai is to find a balance between the plant and the pot, making the plant look like a miniature tree. Some bonsai flower pots do not have water holes drilled in advance. If you don't have a drill bit that can drill through ceramic, make sure you buy a pot with pre-drilled drain holes. 
5Ready for production. Prune the tree into the desired shape. Join any branches that need to be joined together. Remove the plant from its existing pot and water the roots. Before the plant is transplanted into a bonsai pot, most of the roots will be cut off. Cut off enough of the roots so that the plants roots can accommodate the size of the new pot, with plenty of soil. 
6Plant the plants in pots. Place the mesh over the leak hole to prevent soil loss. Add some well-drained soil to the pot and then place the tree in the pot. Do not use ordinary soil in bonsai. Ordinary soil will retain a lot of water and cause the plant to drown. Position the plant in the desired position before covering the roots with soil. Pass the thick wire through the water outlet hole at the bottom. BundleTie a wire around the roots to secure the plant. Add well-drained soil to the pot. If the weather warms up, make sure the newly planted tree is well watered until the roots are established in the new pot. Plants from temperate zones should be transplanted only in spring. Tropical plants can be transplanted when the weather is warm. 
7Test. You can experiment with many varieties of trees, plants, and shrubs. Try making bonsai from native plants. 
8Join the club. If you can't find a local club, there is an online bonsai club online.
Tips
- You can also make potted plants from any species of tree.
- Root pruning often helps acclimate the plant to its niche.
- Allow your tree to continue growing until next season before styling and pruning.
- Plant the tree in a large pot and let it grow for a year or two to thicken the trunk.
- Don't let the plant die, take good care of it.
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