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Old 15-Mar-2005   #10
Opethianlynn
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Originally Posted by Jay
// Most homes are extremely dry, you will need to think about raising the moisture level in the area of the trees. // Jay
Is placing a small "desk fountain" in the same area as the bonsai practical to keep moisture in the air? Or would that just be a silly waste of time? This is the kind of fountain I'm talking:

http://www.we-exist-gifts.com/Qstor...=011&PROD=34807

I have my bonsai on the second shelf of a unit right now. Seeing how sunlight doesn't exactly shine in my window, I put it there. It made it much easier to mount a grow light above it nicely. I've been thinking of sealing up the side with thick clear plastic to create a warmer, more humid climate. But then someone I live with said "Nah, I wouldn't. Plants like fresh air." Any comments on that?

PS - Also been wondering, am I supposed to simulate an artificial year seeing how this bonsai will not be getting natural sunlight? What I mean is, more light in the summer and less in the winter.
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