How to Buy Bonsai Pots

The word ‘bonsai’ in Japanese is made of two words which mean ‘pot’ and ‘cultivate’; translated would be the practice of growing a plant or tree in a pot.

If you are unsure how to buy a pot for your bonsai, read the following articles to learn more.

	Ceramic - A popular choice of pot as it has "special properties" which help care for your bonsai.
	Glazed/Unglazed - Pots can come glazed (kama in Japanese which means glazed earthen basin) or unglazed.
	Tokoname - If you have never heard of Tokoname, they are the largest manufacturer of bonsai pottery in Japan.
	Plastic - Plastic bonsai pots are also referred to as "humidity trays".
	Mica - Strong enough to withstand any weather conditions and being dropped.