INbonsai style "Japanese tree on stone"is called Ishisuki (Ishizuki) or Seki-joju. They imitatetrees growing on rocks. Stones are an integral partJapanese gardens, so it is not surprising that they are often used in bonsai islands.
Usually, trees growing on rocks look very poor, as they have to fight for their lives, getting nutrients from the environment.
How to grow bonsai on a rock?
Bonsai on rocks is one of the most spectacularbonsai styles. For growing bonsaion the rocks Almost all types of trees are suitable for DIY.
To grow bonsai on a rock at home, any large rock will do. You can use lighter ones made of artificial materials.
The stones must have many cracks and holes in order for the horses to be secured.
About a year before planting dwarf trees on the rock, they need to be transplanted into a larger container so that they gain strength and form long and strong roots.The soil is part of garden soil and akadamain the quantity available for a certainspecies.
After selecting a tree, plant it on the stone using the following instructions:
1. Attach some copper wires to the stone, with their help we will strengthen the roots.
Instead of copper wire, you can also use a material that will decompose over time, such as cotton.
2. Next, you need to rinse the stone thoroughly.
3. Remove the tree from the container, shake the soil off the roots and gently straighten them.
4. Place the tree on the stone, spread the roots, place them in the holes and cracks.
5. Secure the largest shoots with wire, trying not to damage them.
6. Fill holes, cracks and sprinkle with natural soil mixture.
7. To prevent erosion, the roots should be covered with moss.
After this, you can place the stone on a flat plate.Trim the bonsai, to reduce the tree's need for substance density. Start feed in a month, since the soil quickly introduces mineral substances.
Regularly monitor the humidity and do not allow the soil to dry out.
