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Hinoki Cypress Bonsai tree: In nature, hinoki cypress has a flame-shaped profile, but as a tree reaches maturity, it adopts a broad, almost domed appearance with clouds of foliage supported above branches. The scale-like leaves are edged with silvery blue and the shoots curls inward at the tips.  Hinoki Cypress Bonsai tree (Source: Bonsai Empire ) Where to keep hinoki cypress: Although tolerant of the hot sun in the wild, in containers hinoki cypress are happier in semi-shade during the hottest months. Hinoki can withstand frozen roots for considerable periods, provided the tree is not exposed to drying winds. The waxy coating provides some protection against wind, but not enough for containerized plants. It does, however, help the foliage to appear healthy long after the tree has died. Repotting: Every two to three years in mid-spring, older specimens every five years. Use standard soil mix. Akadama can be used if you can guarantee never to let it dry out. Prun...

Ficus Bonsai Tree: Fig tree species are among the most popular choices for bonsai. Their popularity comes from traits such as fast growth, adaptability to indoor conditions, and high tolerance to overwatering. They develop a dense canopy with thick, glossy, evergreen leaves, making them visually appealing. A distinctive feature of figs is their tendency to produce aerial roots from both branches and the upper trunk. In their natural environment, aerial roots that descend from branches eventually become strong enough to support the branch, providing both structural stability and nutritional benefit. Roots that emerge from the trunk often self-graft as they grow downward, causing the trunk to thicken quickly and develop a deeply fluted form. Bonsai artists take advantage of this unique growth habit when styling large specimen figs. Since most fig trees naturally produce "banyan-style" roots, this characteristic is often highlighted in dramatic air-root and root-over-rock bonsa...

If we understand how trees function will greatly increase our enjoyment of bonsai and gives us much-needed confidence in caring for the bonsai trees. And it will be easy to carry out the watering, pruning, and shaping of bonsai trees. 1. Root:  Usually, when your bonsai begins to look sick, it is an indication of root disorders. Roots have three functions, First of all, they provide anchorage, holding the tree firm in the ground. Secondly, they absorb moisture and soluble nutrients from the soil. Thirdly, they store sugars during dormancy to provide energy for the first flush of growth in spring. Japanese Maple (Acer) Bonsai (  Bonsai Empire ) Anchorage:   To hold a tree firm in its pot, the roots must be distributed all around the trunk and must grow sideways rather than downwards. One-sided root systems are unstable and most likely also result in a one-sided structure. During repotting the bonsai trees, initially, the wire used to hold a tree firm, ...