Bonsai Tree

Bonsai tree Step Six: Aftercare Once the transplanting is complete it is important to get the root mass wet as quickly as possible.  This is most effectively done by filling a basin or tub with water and set- ting the tree in the tub up to its rim.  Water will come up through the drainage holes and saturate the entire root mass.  Allow the tree to sit in the tub for about 15 minutes and then remove it.  You may add rooting stimulants, such as Vitamin B-1, Superthrive or Dy- nagro KLN,  to the soak tub, if you wish. Such chemicals sometimes help the root system to overcome transplant shock and recover more quickly.  The initial transplanting process is usually the only time it will be necessary to bottom soak the tree.  Most of the time, bonsai are simply watered from the top with a hose or a watering can.  Should the tree accidentally dry out you may bottom water again if you wish.  It is an effec- tive way to insure that the total root ma...