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Reasons for the Imperviousness of Bonsai and Five Solutions

Bonsai, as one of the traditional arts of our country, is deeply loved by people for its unique artistic charm. During the maintenance process, many bonsai enthusiasts encounter a problem—bonsai's imperviousness to water. This not only affects the growth of the bonsai but also brings difficulties to maintenance. This article will introduce the reasons for the imperviousness of bonsai and five solutions, helping you deal with the issue easily.

Reasons for the Imperviousness of Bonsai

1. Improper soil selection for bonsai: Soil that is too compact or fine-grained prevents water from渗透ing.

2. Improper pot selection for bonsai: The material of the pot is impervious, such as ceramics, plastic, etc.

3. Improper placement of bonsai: Placing the bonsai in a dark location leads to excessive soil moisture, affecting permeability.

4. Improper fertilization of bonsai: Over-fertilization causes the soil to harden, affecting permeability.

5. Bonsai diseases and pests: Diseases and pests damage the soil structure, affecting permeability.

Five Solutions for the Imperviousness of Bonsai

1. Choose suitable soil: Select soil with good breathability and drainage, such as peat soil, perlite, etc., and mix them in a 3:1 ratio to improve soil permeability.

2. Choose suitable pots: Select pots with good breathability, such as purple sand pots, ceramic pots, etc., and avoid using impervious plastic or ceramic pots.

3. Adjust the placement position properly: Place the bonsai in a well-ventilated, adequately lit area to avoid excessive darkness affecting soil permeability.

4. Fertilize reasonably: Fertilize according to the growth needs of the bonsai and avoid over-fertilization, which can cause the soil to harden.

5. Prevent and treat diseases and pests in a timely manner: Regularly inspect the bonsai and treat any diseases or pests promptly to prevent them from damaging the soil structure and affecting permeability.

Bonsai imperviousness is a common problem in the maintenance process, but as long as we understand the reasons and take corresponding measures, we can deal with it easily. I hope that this article's introduction can be helpful to many bonsai enthusiasts, allowing your bonsai to grow healthily.

References:

Bonsai Maintenance Manual, China Forestry Publishing House, 2018.

Bonsai Art, Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, 2017.