Root claws are usually essential for repotting a bonsai. Especially with older and strongly rooted plants, the dense root ball must be loosened and cut back regularly. This work is best done with a root claw. Depending on the type of tree and the state of development of the root ball, you can choose between light and heavy and correspondingly stable claws. In addition, the claws differ in the number of tines. For targeted loosening work, where you do not want to damage adjacent roots, a claw with one tine is recommended. Here, the substrate between the roots can be gently worked out and roots disentangled. For coarse work, where each individual root is less important, or for very fibrous root balls, the multi-pronged versions are particularly suitable. These usually have a thick wooden handle and lie accordingly well in the hand to work long and powerfully.
About Ryuga: RYUGA means "teeth of the dragon" and is thus meant to symbolize quality, beauty and the aspirations of Far Eastern art. The brand was founded by the Indonesian artist Robert Steven, who is also known in Europe for his creative and magnificent bonsai designs. With the RYUGA brand, Robert Steven offers an extensive range of high-quality bonsai tools that are popular with beginners and professionals alike. The tools have been manufactured since 2009 in a renowned factory in China, which also produces quality garden tools and knives for the Japanese market. The production and testing methods of the bonsai tools comply with Japanese standards, and the manufacturer provides a two-year warranty on its products if used properly.
