Planting and caring for Flower Bonsai Starry Eyes potted plants involves several important steps to ensure healthy growth and a beautiful display. Here's a guide to planting and maintaining them:

1. Choosing the Right Pot

• Size: Select a pot that is slightly larger than the root ball of the plant, providing enough room for growth but not too large to cause root rot.
• Material: Consider using ceramic or clay pots for better breathability. Make sure the pot has drainage holes at the bottom to allow excess water to escape.

2. Soil Requirements

• Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally one designed for bonsai plants or a mix that is light and aerated. A good mix could include:
  • 1 part loamy soil
  • 1 part perlite or pumice (for drainage)
  • 1 part pine bark or sand (for texture)
• Ensure the soil retains enough moisture but doesn't stay soggy.

3. Planting Procedure

• Step 1: Place a layer of small stones or mesh at the bottom of the pot to prevent soil from washing out and help with drainage.
• Step 2: Add a layer of the prepared potting mix to the pot.
• Step 3: Carefully remove the Flower Bonsai Starry Eyes plant from its current pot. Gently tease the roots apart if they are circling the root ball.
• Step 4: Place the plant in the new pot, ensuring it's positioned at the correct height. The top of the root ball should be just below the pot's rim.
• Step 5: Fill in around the roots with more soil, lightly pressing down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.

4. Watering and Care

• Watering: Water regularly, ensuring the soil is moist but not waterlogged. Check the soil with your finger; if it feels dry a couple of inches deep, it's time to water.
• Humidity: Bonsai plants often benefit from higher humidity. You can place the pot on a shallow tray filled with pebbles and water to increase humidity, but make sure the pot's bottom does not sit in water.
• Temperature: Keep your plant in a location where temperatures range from 60°F to 75°F (15°C to 24°C).

5. Lighting

• Place your Flower Bonsai Starry Eyes in a spot that gets plenty of indirect sunlight. Bonsais thrive in bright but filtered light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
• If grown indoors, you may need to provide additional artificial lighting, especially during the winter months.

6. Pruning and Shaping

• Regularly prune and trim back the plant to maintain its shape and encourage branching. Use sharp pruning shears to remove dead or damaged branches.
• You can wire the branches gently to shape the tree, but be careful not to apply too much pressure to avoid damaging the plant.

7. Fertilizing

• During the growing season (spring and summer), feed your Flower Bonsai Starry Eyes with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
• In the winter months, reduce fertilizing since the plant’s growth slows down.

8. Repotting

• Bonsai trees need to be repotted every 2-3 years to refresh the soil and give the roots space to grow. Repot in early spring before new growth starts, ensuring that the roots are trimmed slightly to keep them compact.