Bonsai Soil (What You Need To Know)

No subject in bonsai causes as much controversy, disagreement and argument as bonsai soil. And no subject causes so much confusion and anxiety among people new to the hobby.
But bonsai soil does not have to be difficult if you understand some basic horticultural principles and what your bonsai tree needs.
Here is my take on bonsai soil, where I dispel myths and tell you everything you need to know to grow successful and healthy bonsai trees.
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Chapters:
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00:00 Introduction
00:33 Essential Soil Properties
04:11 Tree Growing Conditions
06:43 Why We Don’t Use Garden Soil
07:27 Commercial Bonsai Soil Mixes
08:12 Organic vs Inorganic
10:47 Soil Borne Pests
11:21 Soil Component Properties
15:59 Cat Litter Controversy!!!
17:00 Akadama vs Moler Clay
20:37 Special Considerations
20:56 APL - A Popular Bonsai Soil Mix
22:50 Bonsai Soil: The Truth
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