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BonsaiList · Field care cardzones 2–7

Birch Bonsai

Betula pendula

Outdoor tree. Kept indoors it declines slowly, then dies. It needs real seasons.

Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Consistent moisture
Soil: Moisture-retentive, slightly acidic
Temperature: Hardy to -50°F
Feeding: Every 2 weeks, spring-summer
Repotting: Every 1-2 years

The year at a glance

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prune: late summer, winter

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

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