{"product_id":"japanese-kiryu-bonsai-soil","title":"Japanese Kiryu Bonsai Soil – Premium Kiryuzuna Growing Medium","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Japanese Kiryu – Excellent Drainage \u0026amp; Root Development\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur premium-grade Japanese Kiryu (Kiryuzuna) is a high-quality imported bonsai growing medium, widely used by bonsai enthusiasts for its excellent drainage, aeration and long-lasting structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiryu is particularly valued for encouraging \u003cstrong\u003estrong, healthy root development\u003c\/strong\u003e while allowing excess water to drain freely, helping reduce the risk of waterlogged soil and root problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar in some respects to pumice, Kiryu has a hard, durable structure. Unlike softer substrates such as Akadama, it is slow to break down, helping maintain good drainage and aeration within the bonsai pot for an extended period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used as part of a bonsai soil mix or, where appropriate, as a specialist growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous bonsai trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConifers and evergreen bonsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePines and Junipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablished bonsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloping trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving drainage and aeration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing with Akadama and other bonsai substrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Quantities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the quantity that best suits your requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Litre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for individual trees, smaller pots or adding Kiryu to an existing soil mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.5 Litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for several smaller bonsai or a medium-sized repotting project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7 Litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA practical option for larger trees or enthusiasts maintaining multiple bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 Litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent value for larger collections, substantial repotting projects or regular bonsai maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hold larger quantities of Kiryu in stock. If you require an amount that isn't listed, please contact Way of Life Bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use Kiryu for Bonsai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA healthy bonsai starts with a healthy root system. Kiryu's granular structure helps create air spaces around the roots while allowing excess moisture to drain effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts durability makes it particularly useful where a \u003cstrong\u003estable, free-draining bonsai substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor advice on whether Kiryu is suitable for your particular tree, or what ratio to use as part of a bonsai soil mix, please contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please allow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e for your order to arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Way of Life Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":53315555819787,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5 Litres","offer_id":53315555852555,"sku":null,"price":18.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Litres","offer_id":53315555885323,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 Litres","offer_id":53315555918091,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/7618\/8683\/files\/IMG_7399.jpg?v=1787256605","url":"https:\/\/wayoflifebonsai.co.uk\/products\/japanese-kiryu-bonsai-soil","provider":"Way of Life Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}