Other supplies

DRAMM WATERBREAKER: The best for hose watering. 400 tiny holes in a 2" cast aluminum head provides a high volume of water without washing soil. Fits standard US garden hose connection. $11

BONSAI SOIL: Adams’ Bonsai soil mix is suitable for all but the smallest mame bonsai. It is a sterile mix composed of Turface, grit, and peat. I have been using this mix exclusively for nearly thirty years with excellent results. Due to the lack of available nutrients in this mix, annual use of a trace element supplement such as Micromax is recommended for plants such as Zuisho which are unusually sensitive to trace element deficiencies. Sold by the gallon. 5 lb./gal. $5/gal.

BONSAI MICRONUTRIENTS: Trace elements necessary for healthy plant growth are often missing from our soilless bonsai mixes. A life saver for 5 needle pines. Improves health & color of foliage on most acid loving plants. Bonsai Micronutrients adds soluble sulfur, boron, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, & zinc in proper proportion. Helps neutralize alkaline municipal water. Apply once annually at spring bud break. Sprinkle powder over dry surface of soil and water in well.
½ pound jar treats 60 gallons of soil. $8

TURFACE MVP: Fired agricultural clay. The size (about 3/16”) and texture promotes the balance between drainage and moisture retention necessary for bonsai soil mixes. Little or no compaction between pottings so drainage is preserved. Pickup at nursery only. 50 lb. bag $15

6” BUD SCISSOR: The second most used bonsai tool. Reaches into tight places to prune twigs and leaves. Handles separated to avoid damage to trapped branches.

8” ROOT CUTTER: Makes removal or pruning of major roots easy. Heavy cutting edges resist damage from soil grit. A great help when potting. Reduces the temptation to ruin concave pruner by use for root pruning.

HEMP SOIL BRUSH: Spreads and contours soil. Aids in planting moss. Useful in removing debris from the planting surface and tidying up the work area.

SINGLE POINT ROOT HOOK: Extremely useful for removing soil & untangling roots when potting. Damages roots less than multiple point repotting tools. Lifetime steel construction with plastic cushioning material over the grip.