Jan 25, 2023 · For discussion of the craft of making / manufacturing bonsai pots. Threads 195 Messages 8.6K. Threads 195 Messages 8.6K

Aug 2, 2019 · Bonsai pots are in my future and I have 4 local nurseries and 2 specialty stores that want just about anything I can make, but it has been on the back burner as I have been liquidating inventory from my antique business over the past several years. This winter I really need to give myself a swift kick in the ass and get busy. Thanks to all.

Mar 4, 2024 · There are no advantages or disadvantages to either, comparatively, only aesthetics and personal taste. There are some who still believe the myth that unglazed pots "breathe" or allow moisture to move through the interior to the exterior of pot walls because of porosity in the clay, while glazed pots can't do that because the glaze blocks it.

Oct 11, 2016 · Just came back from an estate sale and bought about 100 bonsai pots All of them seem to be from Japan. According to the seller, they were used and stored 30 years ago in a basement. Can someone look at these and let me know what you think. I just cleaned out the mame size one. The large ones...

Feb 8, 2022 · Kaede Bonsai-en is proud to offer the United States' largest and best selection of authentic Japanese and Antique Chinese bonsai pots. These are imported from Japan and available in a wide range of artists, sizes, shapes, and glazes.

Nov 12, 2022 · The function of a bonsai pot is two-fold--first horticulturally--pots DO restrict root growth. That is the key idea with bonsai cultivation. Less root run restricts long, extremely strong growth from taking over the top growth and ruining the image of a tree that is the goal of the art.

Mar 22, 2022 · Quality bonsai pots are fired to high temps. Lower fired pots are porous and suck moisture out of the potting soil. Also absorb water an crack or shatter in cold weather. Bonsai pots have feet to elevate the base of the pot above the bench for added drainage and stop roots blocking drain holes.

Jul 29, 2016 · I appreciate the art of Bonsai pots and maybe appreciate the prices, but again, and IMO, its feels soooo nice when you say "100%, this design is by me!" maybe its vain, but I also like to create. Someday it would be wicked cool to buy an ancient pot( meaning the very old ones), but then I probably wouldn't have a retirement.

Jun 18, 2015 · Any kind will do. I've used veggie oil, WD-40, and mineral oil. Cleaning and oiling the pots on a regular basis will keep the pots looking good while preventing calcium deposits and will also help patina to develop.

Sep 29, 2020 · However bonsai as an art form involves pairing a tree and a pot. The proper selection of a pot - its shape, color, finish, patina - is an art in and of itself. Many high-end Japanese bonsai are displayed in pots that are worth more than the tree! It is ok when starting out with beginner trees to use beginner pots.