Ginkgo biloba, as a unique ancient species in China, is loved by people for its unique fan-shaped leaves and golden yellow autumn scenery. More and more people choose to keep Ginkgo biloba at home as a small potted plant for appreciation. How to make a small Ginkgo biloba potted plant? This article will introduce you to the detailed steps of making a small Ginkgo biloba potted plant, allowing you to easily raise a beautiful and evergreen landscape.
Choose the right Ginkgo biloba seedlingsTo make a small Ginkgo biloba potted plant, first choose a healthy Ginkgo biloba seedling. It is recommended to choose a vigorous and disease-free Ginkgo biloba seedling. When purchasing, you can go to regular gardening markets or flower markets to choose high-quality Ginkgo biloba seedlings.
Prepare tools and materialsThe tools and materials needed to make a small Ginkgo biloba potted plant include: pot, soil, nutrient solution, scissors, gardening tools, etc. The choice of pot is very important. It is recommended to choose a ceramic or plastic pot with good breathability and drainage.
Planting Ginkgo biloba seedlings- Lay a layer of permeable stones at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage.
- Put the prepared soil into the pot and fill it to 2/3 of the height of the pot.
- Remove the Ginkgo biloba seedling, gently shake off the excess soil from the roots, and place it in the pot, adjusting the position of the seedling to fully expand the roots.
- Fill the roots with soil and gently compact them to ensure the stability of the Ginkgo biloba seedling.
- Watering: The small Ginkgo biloba potted plant prefers a humid environment but should not be waterlogged. Generally, water once a day to keep the soil moist.
- Fertilizing: During the growth period of the small Ginkgo biloba potted plant, apply a compound fertilizer every 15 days to promote the healthy growth of the seedling.
- Pruning: During the growth of the small Ginkgo biloba potted plant, it is necessary to prune the withered branches and diseased branches to maintain a beautiful tree shape.
- Styling: According to personal preferences, you can style the small Ginkgo biloba potted plant, such as bending or coiling.
- Avoid direct sunlight: The small Ginkgo biloba potted plant should not be exposed to the sun for a long time to avoid sunburn on the leaves.
- Keep ventilated: When keeping the small Ginkgo biloba potted plant indoors, maintain a good ventilation environment.
- Regular inspection: Regularly check the growth status of the small Ginkgo biloba potted plant and deal with problems in a timely manner.
The small Ginkgo biloba potted plant is simple to make and easy to maintain. As long as you follow the above steps, you will be able to raise a beautiful and evergreen landscape. The small Ginkgo biloba potted plant has the function of purifying the air and beautifying the environment, making it an ideal choice for home planting.
References:
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[2] Liu Xiaodong, Zhao Yu. Research on Ginkgo Bonsai Making and Maintenance Techniques [J]. Forestry Science and Technology, 2018, 35(3): 78-80.