At West Coast Bonsai, when it comes to our display plants we tend to get a little fussy. We have discussions about which pot to use, its placement on the bench, feeding schedule, even watering times are an issue. So when it comes time to re-pot plants, well, we get darn right picky about the soil we use. After all it is where half the tree lives and the soil you use effects the growth of the roots which feed the tree. Lousy soil, ugly tree!

Prior to 2003, West Coast Bonsai spent countless months and dollars experimenting with commercial soils, special additives, secret ancient recipes, industry standards, you name it. Finally we decided to give up and design our own soil mix from scratch. Now after 2 years of extensive testing on our own plants we are proud to announce “Perfect Drain Professional” bonsai soil. (more…)