I've been working with Satsuki azaleas for about five years now, and using kanuma soil has been a game-changer for me. If you've never used kanuma, it's a type of volcanic pumice that originates from Japan, and it's infamous for its ability...

Last spring, I decided to repot my Satsuki Azalea bonsai and went with kanuma soil. I'd heard people talk about how perfect it was for azaleas, given their preference for more acidic environments. Some say you can use akadama for everything...

Last year, I decided to repot my Satsuki azaleas into kanuma soil. Everyone kept raving about how perfect it was for azaleas due to its acidic properties, but I ran into an unexpected issue. After I repotted, I checked the pH with my trusty...

I'm trying to figure out if Kanuma soil is the best choice for my azalea bonsai. It's been hotter than usual this June, and I'm worried about moisture retention.

I've been wondering if akadama is a good fit for my juniper bonsai, or should I be mixing in more pumice and lava rock for better drainage?

Just repotted my juniper into a mix with akadama, and I'm not sure if I'm using too much. It's holding moisture a lot longer than I expected, especially with the warm weather right now.