Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai, with its unique shape and graceful posture, has become a popular choice for indoor green plant maintenance. How to care for Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai in a home environment and make it thrive indoors has become a focus of many bonsai enthusiasts. This article will introduce you to the methods and techniques for indoor maintenance of Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai, helping you easily create a vibrant indoor bonsai.
Selection and Placement1. Selection: When selecting Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai, choose plants that are vigorous and have an attractive shape. Pay attention to whether the leaves are healthy and free of pests and diseases.
2. Placement: The placement of Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai should be in a sunny and well-ventilated area, avoiding direct sunlight and humid environments to prevent affecting the plant's growth.
Watering and Fertilizing1. Watering: Water Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai according to the principle of "watering when dry and when wet," keeping the soil moist. In high summer temperatures, you can increase the frequency of watering; in low winter temperatures, reduce watering to prevent root rot.
2. Fertilizing: Fertilizing Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai follows the principle of applying thin fertilizer frequently. Apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the growing season and reduce the frequency of fertilizing in winter. When fertilizing, be careful not to let the fertilizer come into direct contact with the leaves to avoid leaf burn.
Lighting and Pruning1. Lighting: Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai prefers a semi-shady environment. Avoid direct sunlight in summer and increase the duration of sunlight in winter. Indoors, place the bonsai in a well-lit area such as a windowsill or balcony.
2. Pruning: Pruning Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai is divided into shaping pruning and daily pruning. Shaping pruning should be based on the plant's growth characteristics to maintain an attractive tree shape; daily pruning should remove diseased and weak branches and crossed branches to maintain good ventilation and light.
Pest and Disease Control1. Diseases: Common diseases of Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai include leaf spot and anthracnose. When diseases are found, promptly remove the diseased leaves and use pesticides such as carbendazim and methyl thiophanate for control.
2. Pests: Common pests of Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai include aphids and red spiders. When pests are found, use pesticides such as pyrethrin and mite cleaner for control.
Repotting and Propagation1. Repotting: Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai should be repotted every year or every other year, choosing suitable potting soil to maintain loose and breathable soil. When repotting, be careful to prune the roots to avoid damage.
2. Propagation: Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai can be propagated using methods such as cutting and grafting. When cutting, choose vigorous branches, cut to a certain length, insert into sandy soil, keep it moist, and transplant after roots have formed.
Caring for Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai indoors requires certain skills and methods. Through careful maintenance in aspects such as selection, placement, watering, fertilizing, lighting, pruning, pest and disease control, repotting, and propagation, your Elaeagnus macrophylla bonsai is sure to thrive indoors, becoming a beautiful landscape in your home.