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      Black plastic training pot for growing your plants or pre-bonsai. Dimensions: 16x12x6 cm Origin: China...

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      Light brown oval unglazed stoneware bonsai pot, entirely handmade of very good quality. Origin : China Length : 21 cm...

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      Light brown oval unglazed stoneware bonsai pot, entirely handmade of very good quality. ...

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      Dark brown rectangular unglazed stoneware bonsai pot, entirely handmade of very good quality. Origin: China. Length: 17.5 cm...

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      Dark brown oval unglazed stoneware bonsai pot, entirely handmade of very good quality. Origin: China. Length: 24.5 cm...

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        Akadama Ibaraki Hard Quality (5-10mm)

        Akadama Ibaraki in repackaged bag of 2 liters or 5 liters.
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        Akadama Ibaraki Hard Quality (2-5 mm)

        Akadama Ibaraki in repackaged bag of 2 liters or 5 liters.
        Granulometry: 2-5 mm
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        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 44×35,5×11,5 cm

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        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 36×26,5×10,5 cm

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        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 29x21x10,5 cm

        Black plastic training pot for growing your plants or pre-bonsai. Dimensions : 29x21x10...

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        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 22,5x17x7,5 cm

        Black plastic training pot for growing your plants or pre-bonsai. Dimensions: 22,5x17x...

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        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 16x12x6 cm

        Black plastic training pot for growing your plants or pre-bonsai. Dimensions: 16x12x6 cm Origin: China...

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        Japanese plastic drainage grids for bonsai pots. Dimensions: 78×78 mm 8 pieces
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        Pumice in 14L or 10KG bag
        Granulometry: 3-8mm
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        Kanuma Hard Quality (5-10mm)

        Kanuma in 17 L or 6 kg bag Granulometry: 5-10mm

        Sourced from the rich volcanic soils of the Kanuma region, this light, porous clay is a treasure...

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          Chinese plastic rotating table for working on or displaying your bonsai. Dimensions: 30 x 30 cm  ...

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          Premium quality Chilean sphagnum Sphagnum presents itself as a substrate with very high water retention. Indeed, it can retain up to 20 times its we...

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            High-quality stainless steel fine scissors of Chinese manufacture (Dingmu). Length: 180 mm These scissors are specially designed for pinching (green...

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            Japanese plastic drainage grids for bonsai pots. Dimensions: 78×78 mm 8 pieces
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          Akadama

          Akadama Ibaraki Hard Quality (2-5 mm)

          30,00€

          Akadama Ibaraki in 14 L or 10 kg bags
          Granulometry: 2-5 mm
          The benchmark Japanese volcanic clay for discerning enthusiasts. Harvested from the heart of Mount Ibaraki, this premium quality offers a perfect balance: optimal water retention to nourish your trees between waterings, exceptional drainage to prevent excess moisture, and ideal aeration for vigorous roots.

          1 in stock (can be backordered)

          SKU: C250309 Categories: ,

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          Free delivery from 80€

          Standard delivery 2-5 working days

          Description

          The Akadama Ibaraki substrate is widely acclaimed in the art of bonsai for its numerous advantages, particularly for its exceptional impact on root branching and the overall health of trees. Here is an exhaustive list of its benefits:
          1. Optimal Drainage : Thanks to its porous and granular texture, Akadama Ibaraki quickly drains excess water, preventing root rot while maintaining a healthy environment. This promotes fine and dense branching, as the roots are never suffocated by excess moisture.
          2. Balanced Water Retention : This substrate retains just the right amount of moisture to nourish the roots between waterings, avoiding water stress. This balance stimulates the growth of secondary rootlets, essential for robust branching and a compact root system, key to a harmonious bonsai.
          3. Exceptional Aeration : Its light, airy volcanic structure ensures perfect oxygenation of the roots. This air circulation encourages roots to divide and branch finely rather than growing haphazardly, optimizing nutrient absorption and enhancing the tree’s stability.
          4. Stimulation of Root Branching : Akadama Ibaraki, with its specific granulometry (generally available in various sizes), exerts slight mechanical pressure on the roots, encouraging them to produce more fine, capillary branches. This improves the efficiency of the root network, allowing the tree to better absorb water and nutrients while remaining suited to the small volume of a bonsai pot.
          5. Neutral to Slightly Acidic pH : With a pH ideal for most bonsai species (around 6 to 7), it creates a stable chemical environment that supports healthy root growth without disrupting nutrient uptake balance.
          6. Visual Watering Indicator : Its color shifts from light ochre when dry to deep red when moist, providing precise control over watering needs. This helps avoid watering mistakes, protecting sensitive roots and promoting their harmonious development.
          7. Durability and Stability : Although it degrades slowly over time (natural for an organic substrate), Akadama Ibaraki retains its structure for several years, offering reliable support for expanding roots. This stability reduces stress during repotting and supports progressive branching.
          8. Authenticity and Tradition : Sourced from the Ibaraki region of Japan, this substrate has been used by bonsai masters for generations, ensuring proven results. Its natural volcanic origin makes it a preferred choice for recreating the ideal conditions of traditional bonsais.
          Specific Advantage for Roots : The fine, dense branching induced by Akadama Ibaraki provides a key benefit: a more efficient and compact root system, perfectly suited to the spatial constraints of a bonsai pot. This enhances the tree’s overall health, improves its anchorage, and supports balanced above-ground growth (foliage and branches), while facilitating future shaping. In short, Akadama Ibaraki transforms roots into an optimized vital network, the essential foundation for a thriving and sustainable bonsai.
          By using Akadama Ibaraki, you provide your bonsais with a substrate that not only meets their physiological needs but also elevates their artistic potential to a higher level.

          Additional information

          Weight 10,5 kg
          Dimensions 50 × 30 × 10 cm

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