{"product_id":"espoma-organic-bonsai-mix","title":"Espoma Organic Bonsai Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eEspoma Organic Bonsai Mix is a blend of the finest natural ingredients including calcined clay, expanded shale, and aged forest products. Specially formulated for all Bonsai, it helps improve moisture retention and aeration so roots can grow and plants can thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal Potting Mix for all Bonsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow Bigger, More Beautiful Plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Optimum Aeration \u0026amp; Drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for People, Pets, and Planet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Use on:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePotting Mix for all Bonsai\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Spring is the best time to repot. Bonsai are grown in small containers which can become filled with roots restricting the plants ability to take water and nutrients from the soil.  Lifting the plant out of the container you may find the roots in a circular pattern and there may be a dense root mass with little soil around the edges and at the bottom.  When you notice this, it is time to repot and prune roots. Some varieties will need to be repotted every 2-3 years; others can go as long as 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Spring is the best time to repot. Bonsai are grown in small containers which can become filled with roots restricting the plants ability to take water and nutrients from the soil.  Lifting the plant out of the container you may find the roots in a circular pattern and there may be a dense root mass with little soil around the edges and at the bottom.  When you notice this, it is time to repot and prune roots. Some varieties will need to be repotted every 2-3 years; others can go as long as 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you may need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Container (New or original) with drainage hole in bottom \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEspoma Organic Bonsai Mix \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharp scissors \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoot rake (cultivator) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlanting stick \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMesh square to cover drainage \u0026amp; wire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to repot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany Bonsai are wired into their container and this will need to be removed.  Carefully remove the Bonsai from the container.  Use the root rake to loosen the outer root mass and separate 1\/3 to 1\/2 of roots from center.  Use sharp scissors to gently trim off the exposed portions of roots. You will be left with a compact root ball for planting.  Place a wire mesh screen over the drainage hole to retain Bonsai Mix.  If desired place wire through holes in container bottom and position to reattach after completion. Add a layer of the mix to the bottom of the container.  Place the trimmed Bonsai in the container and inspect for height and growth orientation.  If necessary, add more mix to raise plant height in container.  With orientation set add the mix around the roots to fully fill the container.  Press mix down with fingers and planting stick to eliminate air pockets. Rewire the Bonsai to the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly after repotting and place the plant in a protected space out of sun and wind.  Check daily for moisture and water if required.  In 2 to 4 weeks the Bonsai can return to its’ former growing location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed Bonsai with Espoma Indoor! liquid plant food 6 – 8 weeks after repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Espoma","offers":[{"title":"4 Quart","offer_id":51062727344411,"sku":"BO4","price":9.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/4360\/2459\/files\/product-media-455848.jpg?v=1773813522","url":"https:\/\/shagbarklumber.com\/products\/espoma-organic-bonsai-mix","provider":"Shagbark Lumber and Farm Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}