With the acceleration of the pace of life, people's aesthetic needs for the home environment are also increasing. As an ornamental item that combines artistry and practicality, round bonsai is increasingly popular. Let's explain in detail how to make a beautiful round bonsai to make your home environment glow with unique greenery.
Choosing the right material for the bonsai1. Pot: The pot for a round bonsai can be made of ceramic, plastic, purple sand, etc., depending on personal preference and budget.
2. Soil: Use special bonsai soil with good breathability and drainage, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
3. Plant material: Choose plants with a moderate growth cycle, strong adaptability, and beautiful shapes, such as pine, bamboo, plum, etc.
Prepare tools1. Planer: Used to trim tree roots and leaves.
2. Stock: Used to fix the plant material.
3. Sandpaper: Used to sand the trunk and leaves.
4. Scissors: Used to trim branches and leaves.
5. Water壶: Used for watering.
Production steps1. After selecting the plant material, remove it from the pot and clean off excess soil and withered leaves.
2. Use a planer to trim the roots to fit them into the pot.
3. Place the stock in the pot and secure it with soil.
4. Secure the plant material on the stock and fill the gaps with soil.
5. Use the planer to trim the trunk and leaves to meet the aesthetic requirements of the round bonsai.
6. Use scissors to trim branches and leaves to maintain a beautiful shape.
7. Sand the trunk and leaves with sandpaper to make them smooth.
8. Water and fertilize regularly to keep the plant growing well.
Maintenance skills1. Keep the soil moist and avoid waterlogging.
2. Trim branches and leaves regularly to remove withered parts.
3. Adjust lighting and ventilation as needed according to the plant's growth requirements.
4. Change the soil once a year to replenish nutrients.
Although making a round bonsai requires a certain amount of patience and skill, as long as you master the correct steps and methods, I believe everyone can make their own beautiful bonsai. Let's get our hands dirty and add a touch of greenery to our home environment!
(Note: The content of this article is for reference only, and the specific production process may vary depending on personal preferences and actual conditions.)
References:
"Bonsai Making and Maintenance Techniques", China Forestry Publishing House, 2018 Edition.
"Bonsai Art", Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, 2016 Edition.