How to repot your bonsai

Bonsais need to be repotted around once every two years, when the nutrient supply has been cut off by enveloping roots.

You'll need:
A bigger pot (only if necessary),
A rootrake
Bonsai pruning shear
Wire cutter
Chopstick

The roots:
- Use the rootrake to remove old soil from the roots, starting on the sides and bottom of the tree, taking care not to cause damage

- Cut away roots which have grown too long, ensuring you don’t cut more than 30% of all the roots

The new pot:
- Prepare the new pot
- Cover the holes with a small piece of mesh (this is secured with wire)
- Also attach another piece of wire, to anchor the bonsai later
- Add a thin layer of the original bonsai soil

Planting the tree:
- Place the tree in the prepared pot and use the wire to hold the tree in position
- Add bonsai soil around the tree and use the chopstick to work the soil around the roots, filling all the air pockets around the root system

And finally:
- After repotting is finished, water thoroughly and place tree in a shaded area for 2 weeks. Thereafter, move back to its original location

[elzbietawolf]

Just what I needed. I'm new to the craft and was becoming slightly overwhelmed by the complicated descriptions from other bonsai planters. Thank you!

[lorivrtis]

Thank You! Just the guidance I need to repot my over wintered Bonsai.

[me_lvin]

Thanks! Quick and straightforward repotting video.

[MomentByRhian]

Thanks for this you deserve more subscribers

[sharonparry]

Thanks for the easy to follow guidance!

[insideddsworld]

Hey, what kind of tree is that? Great video, thanks for the help!