1. The Importance of Transplanting and Pruning
Transplanting and pruning are essential for bonsai cultivation, but they also cause stress to the plant. This stress increases its metabolism to compensate for the lost roots and leaves, temporarily weakening it.
Traditionally, transplants are done in spring, when the soil begins to warm, encouraging new root growth. However, the ideal timing varies:
- Deciduous bonsai: transplant when it is still a bit cold.
- Evergreen bonsai: wait for a more stable climate.
To ensure a quick recovery, there are solutions that help minimize stress in any type of bonsai.
2. Vitamin B1: Energy for Bonsai
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) is essential for plant development. It aids in processes such as:
- Involvement in enzymatic processes.
- Carbohydrate synthesis.
- Synthesis of amino acids.
- Ribose synthesis, essential for the formation of RNA.
- Participation in energy processes, associated with NAD for the availability of said energy.
It also acts as a prebiotic, promoting beneficial microbiota in the roots. By applying vitamin B1, your bonsai will be better prepared to survive transplants, pruning, or any environmental stress.
3. Tryptophan: Natural Growth Stimulant
Tryptophan, an essential amino acid, is the precursor to indoleacetic acid (IAA), a hormone that promotes:
- Root and stem growth.
- Apical dominance for uniform development.
- Growth adjustment towards light (phototropism), ideal if the bonsai does not receive homogeneous lighting.
The use of tryptophan helps maintain a balanced and well-formed bonsai.
4. Advantages of the Combined Use of Vitamin B1 and Tryptophan
- Bonsai varieties are highly sensitive to transplant stress due to the loss of root volume. This situation causes a significant increase in their metabolism for root reconstruction, which makes the external application of vitamin B1, in synergy with IAA precursors such as the amino acid tryptophan, a potent anti-stress agent for the crop, as mentioned above.
- Another factor that affects bonsai development is continuous and aggressive pruning. In this case, the use of these active ingredients facilitates the creation of new bonsai formations, promoting healthy growth.
- After overcoming diseases or fungal infections, insect attacks, and other conditions, the plant's natural mechanisms are weakened. Applying these compounds can accelerate recovery and strengthen the plant.
- They are also useful in cases of weak or scarce sprouting, or when it is necessary to stimulate dormant buds to promote more vigorous growth in the bonsai.
5. RIZZA: Practical Solution for Healthy Bonsai
RIZZA is a biostimulant plant designed to strengthen the roots and stimulate the growth of the bonsai.
How does it help?
- Improves the development of roots and shoots.
- Increases resistance to adverse conditions.
- Promotes beneficial microbial activity in the soil.
6. Applications of RIZZA
RIZZA It has an aminogram and a formulation specially designed for:
- Promote healthy and vigorous root development, allowing the roots to unleash their full potential.
- Stimulate the synthesis of essential amino acids according to the needs of the crop at each stage.
- Increase the resistance of bonsai against adverse conditions such as water, saline, or thermal stress, or damage from pests and diseases.
RIZZA: Non-Hormonal Ecological Rooting Agent.
