Bonsai, as a traditional art that combines art and nature, is increasingly popular among modern people. As the foundation of Bonsai art, the shaping of Bonsai seedlings is even more crucial. Let's give you a detailed tutorial on the shaping of Bonsai seedlings to help you create your own art plants from scratch.
Choosing the right Bonsai seedlingsFirst of all, you need to choose the right Bonsai seedlings before shaping. It is best to choose seedlings with vigorous growth, moderate thickness of branches, and no diseases and pests. According to personal preferences and spatial conditions, you can choose different types of plants, such as pine, cypress, bamboo, plum, and so on.
Prepare tools and materialsThe following tools and materials are needed for the shaping of Bonsai seedlings:
1. Scissors: Used for pruning branches and leaves.
2. Cutting tools: Used for cutting roots.
3. Flame gun: Used to burn branches to form a natural bending effect.
4. Sandpaper: Used for polishing branches to make them smooth.
5. Plant growth regulator: Used to promote plant growth and wound healing.
Pruning and shaping1. Pruning branches: According to personal preferences and shaping needs, prune the Bonsai seedlings, retain the main branches, remove the lateral branches and withered branches, and make the tree structure clear.
2. Shaping: Use the following methods for shaping:
a. Manual bending: Bend the branches into the desired shape with fingers or special tools.
b. Flame gun: Burn one end of the branch and then bend it to form a natural bending effect.
c. Crystal glue: Apply crystal glue to the branches and bend them after it solidifies.
Pruning and maintenance1. Pruning: During the growing season, prune the Bonsai seedlings regularly to keep the tree structure clear and promote the growth of new buds.
2. Maintenance: Keep the soil moist, fertilize in time, pay attention to lighting and ventilation, and adjust maintenance measures in time according to the type of plant and growth condition.
Precautions1. Pay attention to safety during shaping to avoid injury.
2. Be careful when pruning to avoid damaging the plant roots.
3. After shaping, apply plant growth regulator in time to promote wound healing.
Through the above tutorial, I believe you have mastered the shaping skills of Bonsai seedlings. In the process of practice, keep exploring and trying. I believe you will create your own art plants. Let's use our own hands to create beauty and feel the charm of Bonsai art.
References:
"Chinese Bonsai Art", Author: Chen Junsheng, Publisher: China Forestry Publishing House, Publication time: 2018.
"Bonsai Making and Maintenance", Author: Zhang Hui, Publisher: Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, Publication time: 2019.