Bonsai fertiliser, Biogold or Hiryo Gold?

When choosing the right fertiliser for your bonsai and ornamental plants, it is essential to find a product that suits the specific needs of them. In this blog we will look at the similarities, differences and advantages of four options in the current market: Biogold Original, Biogold Classic, Hiryo Gold Flowers and Fruits and Hiryo Gold Maintenance.

These four fertilisers are of slow release, which means that they provide nutrients gradually and steadily with each watering. Due to their small size, they do not require special containers for application. Another remarkable point is that they are eco-friendly, making them an ideal choice for growing your plants at home, while protecting our planet at the same time.

Biogold Original

Ideal for growth and balanced health.

Biogold Original is a solid organic fertiliser, created to provide a constant supply of essential nutrients. Its balanced composition of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium makes it perfect for uniform growth in bonsai and other ornamental plants. It is especially useful during spring and summer, when plants are in full development. In our online shop you can find it in 240 g or 900 g format.

• Composition: N4-P5-K4.
• Application: spread the pellets over the entire surface of the soil.
• Dosage: 1 pellet per centimetre of pot width. For example, for a pot that measures 20 x 13 x 7 cm, 13 pellets.

Bonsai fertiliser Biogold Classic

Ideal for flowering, fruiting and root development.

With a higher concentration of phosphorus and potassium and a lower nitrogen content, Biogold Classic is formulated to strengthen roots and enhance flowering and fruiting. This organic fertiliser is an ideal choice during autumn and repotting time, as it promotes controlled and healthy growth. In our online shop you can find it in 200 g format.

• Composition: N2-P8-K4.
• Application: Mix with the soil in the appropriate proportion at transplanting time, or spread on the soil in its usual application.
• Dosage: 8 grams (one full teaspoon) per 10 cm of pot width. This fertiliser maintains its effectiveness for about 6 months.

Hiryo Gold Flowers and Fruits

Ideal for boosting flowers and fruits in essential periods.

Hiryo Gold Flowers and Fruits is a solid organo-mineral fertiliser that stands out for its formula rich in phosphorus and potassium. This product is designed to maximise flower and fruit production, offering noticeable results in a short period of time. It is ideal for applying during the flowering or active fruiting stages. In our online shop, you can find it in 350 g and 1 kg formats.

• Composition: N4-P6-K8.
• Application: spread uniformly on the soil. Hiryo Gold is effective 1 to 2 months after application, depending on environmental conditions. After this period, repeat the operation.
• Dosage: For 20 cm wide pots, please follow this table. Fertilise in proportion to their size.

Bonsai fertiliser Hiryo Gold Maintenance

Ideal for general care and prevention of nutritional deficiencies.

Hiryo Gold Maintenance is a balanced solid organo-mineral fertiliser that ensures a constant supply of essential nutrients. Designed for general plant care, it is perfect for maintaining healthy bonsai and ornamental plants throughout the year. Its organic iron content is ideal for use in conditions that difficult the assimilation of this nutrient. All its formula allows maintaining the vigour of the plants, and the bright colouring of their leaves. In our online shop, you can find it in 350 g and 1 kg formats.

• Composition: N-6-P4-K4 + Fe.
• Application: spread uniformly on the soil. Hiryo Gold is effective between 1 and 2 months after application, depending on environmental conditions. After this period, repeat the operation.
• Dosage: For 20 cm of pot width, please refer to the table below. Fertilise in proportion to their size.

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Conclusion:

Choosing the right fertiliser is essential to ensure the healthy development of your bonsai, and it will depend on your plants’ specific needs and the application time.

If you look to maintain a balanced growth and ensure your bonsai’s health, Biogold Original and Hiryo Gold Maintenance are excellent solutions. Both provide a slow release of nutrients, ideal for year-round care.

To boost flowering and fruiting, Biogold Classic and Hiryo Gold Flowers and Fruits stand out for their phosphorus- and potassium-rich formulas.

These options are ideal for maximising the productivity of your plants, providing them the care they deserve. We also have Hiryo Gold for Conifers and Hiryo Gold for Growth and Prebonsai. If you still have doubts about your bonsai’s needs, you can consult our blogs, access the Hiryo Gold section or contact us here.

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