Japanese Maple Bonsai

A Japanese Maple bonsai is one of the most beautiful plants. It exists out of hobby for some people. Perfect for landscaping, a Japanese Maple bonsai has been known a wondrous work of art.

In order to enjoy a beautiful Japanese Maple Bonsai, a tender, loving for the plant is highly recommended.

To start with, place the bonsai in a place which there is indirect sunlight during summer and should remain outdoors the rest of the year. It should be kept in a sheltered location wherein wind cannot dry the soil out or damage its small leaves and branches. A daily checking of the soil is needed. Watering should be done from time to time so as not to get the soil dry. However, it is not good too to overwater the bonsai. You can use a turkey baster to regulate the amount of water placed on the bonsai. Remove the grown parts and pinch back unwanted shoots of the plant by pruning during spring. Sculpting can be done in any shape. Large leaves can be removed in the late spring. Defoliating can be done every two years when a Japanese Maple Bonsai is strong. Repotting of the bonsai should be done in late winter or early spring, or whenever it is dormant, so that everything will be stable. Never use any kind of fertilizer. It would only make the bonsai’s growth faster. You might also need a turkey baster and pruning shears upon upon taking care of your bonsai.

Japanese Maple bonsai is fragile during winter season, so never touch the plant during these days. As mentioned, wiring of the bonsai should not be done in winter when the leaves are not full-bloomed. Do not defoliate any year that you transplant the bonsai. Slow growth of the Japanese Maple Bonsai needs extra care and patience

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