Growing a bonsai is more than just caring for a miniature tree — it’s an art, a craft and an ancient meditative practice. ... Specialized bonsai soil serves a purpose, as well.

Specialized bonsai soil serves a purpose, as well. Its well-draining consistency discourages excess water retention, which often causes root rot.

Specialized bonsai soil serves a purpose, as well. Its well-draining consistency discourages excess water retention, which often causes root rot.

Specialized bonsai soil serves a purpose, as well. Its well-draining consistency discourages excess water retention, which often causes root rot.

Instructor Bobby Curttright will guide you through the creation of a bonsai project. $45 includes instruction, plant, container, soil and all materials. Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave ...

4. Watering. Juniper bonsai trees require frequent watering, but you should never allow the soil to become waterlogged. Water your bonsai when the soil feels slightly dry to the touch.

Mr. Jabr is the author of “Becoming Earth: How Our Planet Came to Life.” When my partner and I bought our home in Portland, Ore., four years ago, we immediately began designing our dream ...

Adenium bonsai trees prefer dry soil and do not need frequent watering. You should only water the tree when the soil is completely dry. Overwatering can cause the roots to rot, ...

Specialized bonsai soil serves a purpose, as well. Its well-draining consistency discourages excess water retention, which often causes root rot.