Organic bonsai fertilizer. Whenever possible, try to use an organic bonsai fertilizer because these will truly give your bonsai everything it needs. Unlike chemical or synthetic fertilizers that rely on a number of different methods to delay the release of their nutrients, organic fertilizers only need natural bacteria to break them down, which is better for your bonsai.

Liquid fertilizers vs. slow-release pellets. Liquid bonsai fertilizers are good for those who faithfully stick to a fertilizing schedule. The nutrients are washed out of the soil through normal watering, so liquid bonsai fertilizers should be applied every three to six weeks in the off season. When applying, pour the liquid bonsai fertilizer directly over the leaves and allow it to drip into the soil.

Slow release bonsai pellets are very convenient and can be a great alternative for those who tend to neglect bonsai fertilizing. When applied to the surface of the soil, the nutrients in these bonsai pellets are released in small amounts, which means they can last up to one month.

During the growing season you should apply slow release bonsai pellets to the surface of the soil for long-term feeding and then supplement this treatment with a liquid preparation every two weeks in the growing season

Don’t fertilize sick or unhealthy trees, and never fertilize dry soil. Fertilizing should always be combined with normal watering practices.

We hope this was helpful, but want to remind you that these are really only the basics for fertilizing your bonsai. For more information, please contact your local bonsai dealer. Your Friends at BonsaiOutlet.com