REPOTTING
This is still a prime time to repot. Trees such as Conifers, Junipers, Pines and Cypress etc will respond favorably to repotting now.
WATERING
With rainfall much more uncertain at this time, you must ensure that you water your plant daily. Your tree is starting a period of vigorous growth and during this time will require plenty of water. To let your tree dry out during this time of great need is fatal and will almost surely result in a huge setback for your growth program for that tree.
WIRE
Wiring that has been applied during the dormant period must now be checked on a regular basis. To avoid problems this should probably be done weekly. This is to ensure that there is time to remove the wire before unsightly scarring occurs.
FERTILIZING
After a few weeks growth, you will need to fertilize well. The nutrients in the trunk and roots will be exhausted and the tree will require more nourishment to sustain extended growth. (Keep in mind that you must wait until the first pair of new leaves on a branch have changed colour to dark green before fertilizing deciduous trees)
One of the safest ways to fertilize you Bonsai plant is with our “Bonsai Organic Fertilizing Cakes” - N-3.4, P-2.3, K-3, T/A with added kelp, Humic acid and Zolite.
Place one fertilizing cake per one litre of soil on top of your soil in spring and in early autumn.
PESTS
Pests are now very active and at this time your trees can sustain a lot of damage to the new shoots in a very short space of time. Apply the appropriate pest remedy at the recommended dosage at the recommended time. This will ensure total control and enable your trees to provide maximum growth.
Avoid strong Systemic Pesticides as the root systems in Bonsai are very restrictive. You can do a lot of damage to your plant.
Whenever possible go for something gentler like Confidor, Neem Oil or Maxguard in a premix container.
