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# Searles Bonsai Specialty Mix | Potting Mix

> Searles Bonsai Specialty Mix with 9 month controlled release fertiliser and Penetraide for healthy, well-drained bonsai in pots.

Brand: [Searles](https://gardensuperstore.com.au/brands/searles/)
Categories: [Other Growing Media & Potting Mixes](https://gardensuperstore.com.au/growing-media-soil-conditioners/other-growing-media-potting-mixes/)

| Option | SKU | Price (inc GST) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Searles Bonsai Specialty Mix | Potting Mix | BONSAI-10 | $11.75 |

## Description

## Searles Bonsai Specialty Mix | Bonsai Potting Mix

Keeping bonsai healthy in pots can be a bit of a juggling act. Searles Bonsai Specialty Mix takes the guesswork out by giving your trees a purpose-made mix with the right balance of drainage, moisture and long-lasting nutrition.

### Why You'll Love It

- Designed to provide optimum root and plant growth for bonsai grown in pots.

- Contains 9 month controlled release fertiliser for long-term feeding.

- Includes Penetraide re-wetting granules to help dry mix absorb water again more easily.

- Formulated with rich compost and composted animal manures for a fertile, living mix.

- Offers excellent water holding capacity while still draining freely to protect fine bonsai roots.

- Ideal for general bonsai potting straight from the bag.

- Premium mix base that can be easily adjusted with extra components to suit specific bonsai styles or species.

- Water-efficient technology helps reduce wasted water and keeps moisture where roots need it.

### How to Use

- Use as a premium bonsai potting mix for potting or repotting bonsai into containers.

- Fill clean bonsai pots, position the plant and gently firm mix around the roots.

- Ensure containers have good drainage and avoid leaving pots sitting in water.

- Use directly from the bag, or modify with extra drainage material if your bonsai requires a more open mix.

- Water in thoroughly after potting and monitor moisture, letting the top of the mix dry slightly between waterings.

#### What's Included

- Searles Bonsai Specialty Mix with controlled release fertiliser, Penetraide re-wetting granules, compost and composted animal manures.

Give your bonsai a proper home with this specialist bonsai potting mix. Whether you are starting your first tree or refining a collection, it makes it easier to grow strong, healthy bonsai in pots.

## Specifications

- **Suitable For:**  Garden

## Documents

- [SDS - Searles Compost & Potting Products - 240501](https://gardensuperstore.com.au/documents/483/)