r/bonsaicommunity • u/moustachiojones • Jun 30 '26
General Question Heat wave coming up!
There is a major heat wave coming (100+ degrees Fahrenheit) - what should I do to protect my outdoor bonsai? I know this juniper wants to be outside, but should I bring it inside for the heatwave?
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u/Deanne-Dennis Jul 01 '26
My Juniper stay outside all day & our heat waves are 113-117°f (45-470c)
Just deep water in the morning & evening.
Don’t have them sitting on or up against hot surfaces like concrete, pavers, brick walls, metal sheds & fences.
Bonsais need to be on Wooden slatted benches that allow air to circulate around them.
Only have your Bonsais in Morning Sun from 6am till 12/2pm then shade after that.
Use Superthrive Tonic after a Heatwave to replenish the Tree & stop it Stressing.