How to Grow Bonsai Trees From Seed

How to Grow Bonsai Trees From Seed

1.Bonsai Seeds
Collect mature bonsai seeds. If you collect your seeds from a fruit tree, you will have to plant them right away. If not, you can store them in a dark and dry area with a nice air flow. If you plant your seeds right away, remember to use an environmentally safe plastic bag as well.
2. Refrigerate your seeds before planting. You need to have your bonsai seeds in the refrigerator for about a week before you plant them. Soak them in water the night before you plant them. The ones that are the ripest will sink to the bottom. These are the ones you will have to use when planting your bonsai seeds.
3. Select a container to plant your bonsai tree in. This can be tricky because if you choose a smaller container, you will have to re-pot it quite often as it grows. Line your container with plastic and have a way for the water to drain from the container. Roots that sit in water too long will rot leaving you with a dead tree and you will have to repeat the entire process over again!
4.Add a layer of sand to your container first then cover the sand with rich potting soil. You want to choose a potting soil that is rich in nutrients and well balanced. This will ensure your bonsai tree roots will grow healthily.
5.Dig small holes in the soil using your finger then place seeds into the holes. Once you have placed the seeds in the soil you can add another layer of soil on top of the seeds.
6.Place your containers in a dry and dark area with a nice air flow as before. Be sure you cover the container with a light net material or even a cotton sheet just to keep the dust away. Using a spray water bottle, you can mist the tops of your seeds with enough water to dampen the soil. After a month or so they will start to sprout up and this is when you can move them into direct sunlight and be fertilized as well.