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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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      Stoneware bonsai pot 21x14x4.5 cm

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

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      Stoneware bonsai pot 22×17.5×6 cm

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

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      Stoneware bonsai pot 17.5×14.5×5 cm

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

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      Stoneware bonsai pot 24.5×12.5×5.5 cm

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

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      Stoneware bonsai pot 19x15x4 cm

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

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      • Akadama
        Akadama Ibaraki Hard Quality (5-10mm)

        Akadama Ibaraki in repackaged bag of 2 liters or 5 liters.
        Gr...

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        Akadama
        Akadama Ibaraki Hard Quality (2-5 mm)

        Akadama Ibaraki in repackaged bag of 2 liters or 5 liters.
        Granulometry: 2-5 mm
        The benchmark Japan...

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        Pot
        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 44×35,5×11,5 cm

        Black plastic training pot ...

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

        Black plastic training pot ...

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        Pot
        Rectangular Plastic Training Pot 29x21x10,5 cm

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

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        Pot
        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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        Pot
        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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        drainage
        Plastic Drainage Grids (8pcs)

        Japanese plastic drainage grids for bonsai pots. Dimensions: 78×78 mm 8 pieces
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        Pumice
        Pumice / Pumice Stone (3-8mm)

        Pumice in 14L or 10KG bag
        Granulometry: 3-8mm
        This natural pumice, sourced from cooled lava, offers...

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        Kanuma
        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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        • Sphaigne
          Chilean Sphagnum Moss (1 kg)

          Premium quality Chilean sphagnum moss. Sphagnum moss serves as a substrate with very h...

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          Arrosoir
          Japanese Plastic Watering Can (4L)

          Japanese watering can with a capacity of 4 liters, equipped with a very fine metal watering rose....

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          Table
          Plastic turntable

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

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          Sphaigne
          Chilean sphagnum (250gr)

          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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          Jin
          Jin & Shari liquid (1L)

          Jin liquid or calcium polysulfide is a product used to treat and bleach dead wood. 1L b...

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          Greffe
          Grafting tape

          Japanese quality grafting tape. Length: 100 m Width: 15 mm  ...

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          Jin
          Jin & Shari liquid (250ml)

          Jin liquid or calcium polysulfide is a product used to treat and bleach dead wood. 250 ml bottle....

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          Raphia
          Natural raffia for bonsai (50gr)

          Bundle of 50gr natural raffia allowing the bending of trunks or large branches while limiting their breakage. The raffia will also reduce the embeddi...

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          Mastic
          Healing sealant for conifers

          Healing paste, imported from Japan, specific for conifers. Content: 190gr
          ...

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          mastic
          Healing sealant for deciduous trees

          Healing paste, imported from Japan, specific for deciduous trees. Content: 190gr...

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        • Tools & Accessories
          • Ligature
            Aluminum Ligature Wire (1mm) – (500gr)

            Superior quality aluminum ligature wire from the Geotools brand. Quantity: 500gr Diameter: 1mm...

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            Ligature
            Aluminum Ligature Wire (2mm) – (500gr)

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            Ligature
            Aluminum Ligature Wire (3mm) – (500gr)

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            Ligature
            Aluminum Ligature Wire (6mm) – (500gr)

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            Ligature
            Aluminum Ligature Wire (5.5mm) – (500gr)

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            Ligature
            Aluminum Ligature Wire (4mm) – (500gr)

            Superior quality aluminum l...

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            Ligature
            Annealed Copper Ligature Wire (0.6mm) – (500gr)

            Annealed copper ligature wire of superior quality from the Geotool brand. Quantity: 500...

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            Ligature
            Annealed copper ligature wire (1.5mm)-(500gr)

            High-quality annealed copper ligature wire from the Geotool brand. Quantity: 500gr Diameter: 1.5mm...

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            Ciseaux
            Fine Scissors – Dingmu (180mm)

            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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            drainage
            Plastic Drainage Grids (8pcs)

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

          Aluminum Ligature Wire (5.5mm) – (500gr)

          20,00€

          Superior quality aluminum ligature wire from the Geotools brand.

          Quantity: 500gr

          Diameter: 5.5mm

          1 in stock (can be backordered)

          SKU: OA250310 Categories: ,

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          Delivery information

          Free delivery from 80€

          Standard delivery 2-5 working days

          Description

          The use of aluminum ligature wire in the art of bonsai offers several advantages, particularly for shaping and guiding branch growth in a precise and aesthetic manner. Here are the key points:
          1. Flexibility and ease of use : Aluminum wire is malleable, allowing it to be easily wrapped around branches with little resistance. This makes it ideal for both beginners and experts, as it is simpler to handle than other materials like copper.
          2. Light and gentle on the tree : Compared to copper wire, aluminum is lighter and exerts less pressure on the bark, reducing the risk of damaging branches, especially on delicate or young species.
          3. Corrosion resistance : Anodized aluminum, commonly used in bonsai, does not rust, which is an advantage in the humid environment of bonsai care. This ensures durability and prevents staining on the tree.
          4. Availability in various thicknesses : Aluminum wire comes in a wide range of diameters (from 1 mm to 6 mm or more), allowing it to be tailored to the size and rigidity of branches, whether for small twigs or sturdier trunks.
          5. Temporary aesthetics : Once applied, aluminum wire has a discreet appearance (especially if anodized in a dark color), which does not detract from the bonsai’s look during the shaping process.
          6. Affordable cost : Aluminum is generally less expensive than copper, making it a cost-effective option, particularly for those working on multiple trees or starting out in this art.
          However, it should be noted that aluminum is less rigid than copper, so for thick or highly resistant branches, it may require a larger diameter or multiple wraps to hold the shape. In summary, aluminum ligature wire is an excellent choice for its practicality, gentleness, and affordability, making it an essential tool in bonsai cultivation.

          Additional information

          Weight 0,500 kg
          Dimensions 16 × 16 × 3 cm

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