Have You Tried Growing Outdoor Bonsai Trees?

by Lee Dobbins

While Bonsai Trees can be grown successfully indoors, many people prefer to grow the trees in a special place outdoors. Both the indoor and outdoor Bonsai trees are available in the same species; the only difference is in the environment and size of the tree.

The tropical species of trees are the most common type of tree found indoors. While they grow well inside the home, they may also be placed outdoors in the spring or late summer, depending on climate.

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.

Keeping these trees properly trimmed and pruned is important to their health. Repotting will also need to be done. When the roots have filled the pot to the limit, the tree will need a bigger pot to continue growing.

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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