{"product_id":"ibaraki-hard-akadama-bonsai-soil","title":"Yorkshire Bonsai Ibaraki Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eThe Yorkshire Bonsai Ibaraki Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil is a premium-grade Japanese substrate widely regarded as one of the most important components in professional bonsai cultivation. Sourced from the mineral-rich region of Ibaraki, Japan, this hard akadama is carefully processed and fired to create durable granules that maintain their structure over time, even with repeated watering. It is commonly used by bonsai growers to improve soil performance and support long-term tree health. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eThis Yorkshire Bonsai akadama provides an ideal balance of water retention, drainage, and aeration, ensuring that roots receive both moisture and oxygen without becoming waterlogged. Its stable, hard composition makes it especially suitable for long-term bonsai development, as it resists breaking down quickly compared to softer soil types. It can be used on its own or blended with other substrates such as pumice, lava rock, or organic matter to create a customised bonsai soil mix tailored to different species and growth stages. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tks02q\" data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13mmgho\" data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eRepotting all bonsai species, especially refined trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1680mc0\" data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eImproving drainage and aeration in soil mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uhe9fb\" data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eMixing with pumice, lava rock, or Kyodama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c9l963\" data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eSupporting healthy root structure and growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13k55b0\" data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eLong-term bonsai development and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nzs3ez\" data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eBeginners and advanced bonsai growers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yorkshire Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":56491718148476,"sku":"YB1187","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/1631\/9726\/files\/Ibaraki_Hard_Akadama_Bonsai_Soil_-_Yorkshire_Bonsai-26322.png?v=1773441939","url":"https:\/\/mahahome.com\/products\/ibaraki-hard-akadama-bonsai-soil","provider":"Mahahome.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}