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BonsaiList · Field care cardzones 9–11

Bamboo Bonsai

Bambusa ventricosa

Light
Bright indirect to full sun
Water
Keep consistently moist
Soil
Rich, moisture-retentive
Temperature
Above 55°F
Feeding
Every 2 weeks, spring through fall
Repotting
Every 1-2 years
The year at a glance
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prune: spring through fall

Check the soil before you water — every time.bonsailist.com/species/bamboo

Tape it to the shelf the tree sits on. Update it when the seasons change — the full guide has the why behind every line.