Description

We import high quality Bonsai pots in various shapes and sizes made of Purple clay which is mined exclusively in Dingsu Town, Yixing city in China. Purple clay is originally mined in large rocks which are allowed to weather outdoors for approximately a year. After extraction, the clay is dried and then pounded into a powder. The powder is passed through a bamboo sieve to remove any stones or impurities. The powdered clay is then placed in a five-foot-deep rectangular tank pool filled with fresh water. Three days later it is removed to a similar pool and allowed to dry out in the sun. The clay is then cut into blocks which are placed in a vacuum processor to extract excessive moisture before being sold to potter artisans. The clay is called Zisha Sand, because it contains very fine sandy particles. It&#**9;s all because of this special format of fine sandy particles that made Zisha Yixing bonsai pot so famous and fine. Purple clay comes in three natural colors: red, yellow and purple. And it&#**9;s noted for its color, texture and natural porosity. And most importantly, Purple . The surface of the pot is burnished before the pot is fired in a kiln. Unlike a glaze, this is a kind of glass that seals the pot, our burnished surface takes advantage of purple clay’s natural porosity thus allowing the Bonsai pot to breathe better. This technique also enhances the color and gives each Bonsai pot its unique surface. Purple Clay Bonsai pots are superior containers for delicate root systems. All of our Bonsai Pots are hand made by skilled potters. Please be assured that our Bonsai Pots are of the highest quality and would last for many many years. For your requiremetn please contact us. ***** Usman & Bro, P.B.***4, Broadway, Ernakulam, Kochi **2 **1, Kerala, India