Camellia, as one of China's traditional famous flowers, is loved by flower art enthusiasts for its elegant and unconventional temperament and brilliant colors. Among many camellia varieties, some are especially suitable for making bonsai, which not only retains the beauty of camellia but also shows the unique charm of bonsai. This article will unveil the most suitable camellia varieties for bonsai and provide related maintenance skills to help you create a unique camellia bonsai.
Suitable camellia varieties for bonsai1. Camellia japonica
Camellia japonica is a common variety of camellia, with small and exquisite flowers and rich colors, very suitable for making bonsai. Camellia japonica has strong cold resistance and is suitable for outdoor maintenance, making it an ideal choice for making bonsai.
2. Red plum
Red plum is an outstanding variety of camellia, with large and beautiful flowers and high ornamental value. It is suitable for making high stake bonsai, with beautiful shape and auspicious meaning, making it the first choice of bonsai enthusiasts.
3. White plum
White plum flowers are as white as snow, elegant and unconventional, with high ornamental value. White plum is suitable for making low stake bonsai, giving people a feeling of tranquility and distance.
4. Osmanthus tea
Osmanthus tea is known for its unique fragrance and beautiful flowers, making it one of the outstanding varieties of camellia. Osmanthus tea is suitable for making bonsai, with beautiful shape and fragrance, making people intoxicated.
Suitable camellia varieties for bonsai maintenance skills1. Soil selection
When making camellia bonsai, it is necessary to choose a soil with good breathability and strong drainage. Common soils include peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, and perlite, which can be adjusted according to personal preferences and regional climate.
2. Watering management
The watering of camellia bonsai should follow the principle of "moisture when dry and wet when seen", avoiding excessive wetness or dryness of the soil. In the hot summer season, the frequency of watering can be appropriately increased to keep the soil moist.
3. Fertilization skills
The fertilization of camellia bonsai should follow the principle of applying thin fertilizer frequently, generally applying compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer once a month. In the period of vigorous growth, the application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer can be appropriately increased to promote the formation of flower buds.
4. Light requirements
Camellia bonsai has high light requirements and should be placed in a sunny place. In summer, appropriate shading should be provided to avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burns.
5. Pruning and shaping
The pruning and shaping of camellia bonsai is a key step. It should be pruned according to personal preferences and the shape of the bonsai, generally in spring and autumn, to maintain the beautiful shape of the bonsai.
Camellia bonsai has high ornamental and artistic value. Choosing the right camellia variety and mastering the correct maintenance skills are the keys to creating a successful camellia bonsai. I hope this article can provide useful references for your camellia bonsai path.