{"product_id":"bonsai-akadama-14-liter-grof-10mm-copy","title":"Bonsai akadama 14 liters (coarse, 10mm)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Akadama Ibaraki – Hard Quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Capacity: 14 liters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Grain size: approx. 10 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e This premium Akadama from Ibaraki, Japan, is of the high-quality double-line variety, known for its outstanding quality. The clay is carefully sieved and processed, resulting in a strong, durable granule with an optimal structure for bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e What is Akadama? \u003cbr\u003eAkadama is a volcanic red clay soil from Japan. Thanks to its porous, granular structure, this soil combines excellent water absorption with good drainage. This ensures a stable moisture balance and reduces the risk of root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Excellent aeration – promotes healthy root growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Good water absorption and drainage – optimal moisture balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Nutrient buffering capacity – temporarily retains nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Structurally stable – remains intact, even after wintering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e Neutral soil type – suitable for almost all tree species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Akadama is often used in combination with Kiryu, Keiseiki (bims), or Vulkastrat. The mixing ratios below are a guideline and can be adjusted based on your plant's specific needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Conifers: 50% Akadama + 50% Kiryu, Keiseiki or Vulkastrat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Deciduous trees: 70% Akadama + 30% Kiryu, Keiseiki or Vulkastrat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Akadama contains no nutrients or trace elements. Fertilization is therefore necessary during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Country of Origin: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bonsai Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":52620030247254,"sku":"1073L-M","price":20.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/1763\/5901\/files\/ArticleCover-2026-02-16T132959.353.png?v=1771245084","url":"https:\/\/www.bonsaishop.uk\/products\/bonsai-akadama-14-liter-grof-10mm-copy","provider":"Bonsai Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}