Camellia bonsai, as one of the traditional bonsai arts in our country, is deeply loved by people for its unique charm and beautiful form. How to survive the winter has become a problem for many bonsai enthusiasts. This article will introduce in detail how camellia bonsai can survive the winter, helping you easily cope with the cold winter.
Key points for camellia bonsai to survive winter1. Appropriate pruning
In winter, the growth rate of camellia bonsai will slow down. At this time, you can prune the branches appropriately, remove the diseased, weak, dense or intersecting branches, which is beneficial for the camellia bonsai to survive the winter. After pruning, it is necessary to apply healing ointment in time to prevent wound infection.
2. Control watering
In winter, the temperature is low, and the water requirement of camellia bonsai decreases. Watering should be moderate, keeping the soil slightly moist. It is best to choose a sunny afternoon for watering to avoid freezing the bonsai at night.
3. Appropriate shading
In winter, the sunlight is weak, and the light requirement of camellia bonsai decreases. In case of sufficient sunlight, you can move the bonsai to a semi-shaded place to avoid direct sunlight and be careful to prevent the bonsai from being attacked by cold wind.
4. Adjust temperature
The suitable temperature for the growth of camellia bonsai is between 10-20℃. In winter, the temperature is relatively low. The following measures can be taken to adjust the temperature:
(1) Place the bonsai in a warm indoor place, such as the living room, study, etc.
(2) Use electric blankets, warm air blowers and other devices to provide heat for the bonsai.
(3) Outdoors, you can use materials such as plastic film and cotton blankets to build a simple greenhouse for the bonsai.
5. Fertilization and soil replacement
In winter, the growth of camellia bonsai is slow. Fertilization should be moderate. You can choose a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus, potassium compound fertilizer and apply it every 20 days. Replace the potting soil in time to keep the soil fertile.
It is not difficult for camellia bonsai to survive the winter. As long as you master the above points, you can make the camellia bonsai safely go through the cold winter. I hope this article is helpful to you and wish your camellia bonsai to grow more and more beautiful!