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Have You Tried Growing Outdoor Bonsai Trees?

August 2nd, 2008

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Many people choose to decorate the interior of their homes with bonsai trees due to their uniqueness. However, these plants are equally beautiful when used as part of your outdoor landscaping. Outdoor bonsai trees are true bonsais. The main differences between indoor and outdoor bonsai trees is the scale of the outdoor tree and the challenges it will face in the outside environment.

The types of trees that are usually kept indoors and flourish are a kind of tropical tree. The indoor environment is what they are best suited for. It does not hurt them to be placed outdoors for short periods of time in the spring or late summer.

There are just a few species of Outdoor Bonsais. Of these, there are 2 categories, evergreen and deciduous. Juniper and Pine are examples of evergreens, which are dormant during cold weather with new growth occurring in the spring. Deciduous trees lose their leaves during the fall but do not become dormant.

Planting Outdoor Bonsai trees directly into the ground is fine but they can be kept in containers if you prefer. Although the trees do not thrive while being kept indoors for extended periods of time, special care needs to be taken to make sure they do not freeze. Keeping your outdoor Bonsai tree watered is a key to its survival. Though the soil underground will be moist, the topsoil may appear to be too dry.

Also, due to the change in the environment, these trees may experience some changes after being purchased by an individual. Before making any major changes for the tree, give it several weeks to acclimate. Some of these changes could be yellow leaves which might fall off. But in most cases it is only temporary.

Bonsai trees, like any other kind of trees, need to be regularly trimmed and pruned. When these trees are old enough and their roots already filled the container, they should be repotted so as they will again have a room for growth.

By poking your finger into the container, you can easily monitor the moisture level in the soil. If it is dry down to one inch, water the Bonsai until the water flows freely from the bottom of the container. For trees planted directly in the ground, gauge the rainfall it has received and use your best judgement. If the trees require watering during the winter, the temperature needs to be at least 45 degrees or the tree could be damaged. The tree could freeze and stop growing if this is not done properly.

Bonsai trees can be grown successfully indoors or outdoors. Both locations are popular. Hobbyists especially enjoy the unique beauty of the trees as part of a well landscaped yard.

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