Bonsai questions

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  1. GaGa73

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    Hello,

    Is this pot too small for the bonsai?

    Can I put the bonsai outside now?

    Thanks

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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    I dont know much about Bonsai, but whether it can go outside really depends on what it is.
     
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    Good afternoon @GaGa73 :smile:

    'RULE OF THUMB' FOR SIZING UP YOUR BONSAI POT
    The basic principles for estimating your ideal pot size is relative to your bonsai tree, making it really easy to calculate. The length of the pot is determined by the bonsai's height, the depth of the pot is determined by the width of the trunk and the style of the pot is determined by the style of your tree.

    To calculate the ideal length for your pot, you'll use the height of your tree. The pot at it's longest side should measure between 1/2 - 2/3 the trees height. For example, if your tree was 62cm tall, you'll be looking for a length between 31 - 41.5cm long.

    Pot Depth:

    To calculate the ideal depth for your bonsai pot, measure the ground root or width of trunk at the soil base. The width of this part of the trunk is the minimum height your bonsai pot should be for healthy root development.
     
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