Why Do You Need a Bonsai Watering Can?

The right answer to the question posed in the title is, yes a Bonsai watering cane is definitely an absolutely necessary evil, however it’s not necessarily the desired one either. I’ve seen many pictures online and in catalogs showing Bonsai beginners holding their Bonsai water bottles like they’re the Keys to Success. If they use them properly, yes, they can indeed give your Bonsai the perfect look, however, in reality a Bonsai water bottle is more than just an item of decoration. To better understand this, let’s take a closer look at a watering can and understand what it actually does for your Bonsai.

Watering canes come in many sizes and shapes. Some are shaped like melon balls while others are shaped like buckets. They also come in different metals such as stainless steel, brass, copper and chrome. There is no real difference in function other than the shapes and materials used to make them. A Bonsai watering bottle is simply designed to allow your Bonsai to obtain as much moisture as possible each time it is watered. As your Bonsai grows, it becomes important that it receive enough moisture in order for it to thrive; this is where a watering bottle comes into play.

When your bonsai needs water, it places a watering tube on the branch of your tree. This allows the water to drain into the soil in a steady stream. Over time, your Bonsai tree absorbs as much moisture from the water as it can hold, and the soil simply will not hold anymore. A Bonsai water fountain is simply a way for your tree to get all of the water it needs to stay healthy and grow properly.