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5 tips to maintain bonsai plant
Bonsai plants are miniature trees that are grown in pots. They look gorgeous and can help enhance your indoor space. Here are five tips to help maintain a bonsai plant.
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Watering
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Water your bonsai plant once a week to promote healthy growth. Avoid watering when the soil is moist or wet.
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Sunlight
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Bonsai plants require a few hours of direct sunlight. However, overexposure to sunlight can cause its leaves to scorch and turn brown.
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Temperature and humidity
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Bonsai plants thrive well in temperatures between 60°F to 75°F. Avoid placing them in areas which are extremely cold or dry.
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Pruning
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Pruning is essential for bonsai plants to help maintain their shape and size. Prune your bonsai plant once every two months.
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Fertiliser
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You can feed your bonsai plant once every week from early spring through late summer.
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