Hibiscus syriacus, also known as shrub althea, is deeply loved by people for its bright and beautiful flowers, long blooming period, and cold and drought resistance. In the art of bonsai, the old trunk of hibiscus is unique and possesses high ornamental value. How to create a beautiful hibiscus old trunk bonsai? This article will provide a detailed analysis of the techniques for creating a hibiscus old trunk bonsai.
Material Selection and Preparation1. Material Selection: Choose a healthy and beautifully shaped hibiscus old trunk as the material for the bonsai. It is best to select plants with moderate trunk thickness and clear bark texture.
2. Prepare Tools: Saw, scissors, horticultural knife, horticultural shears, horticultural twine, horticultural soil, pot, etc.
Trimming and Shaping1. Trimming: Remove the dead, diseased, and intersecting branches of the hibiscus old trunk to keep the canopy tidy. Trim it according to personal preference and bonsai requirements to create a beautiful tree shape.
2. Shaping: Through trimming, shape the hibiscus old trunk into a natural and rustic style. The following shaping methods can be used:
a. Thinning Method: Properly thin the canopy to evenly distribute branches and leaves, increasing light and water permeability.
b. Shaping Method: Based on the natural shape of the trunk, use trimming and tying methods to create various shapes, such as curved trunk, cliff, and double trunk, etc.
Potting and Soil1. Potting: Choose a pot suitable for hibiscus growth, such as a ceramic pot or purple sand pot. Place the trimmed hibiscus old trunk into the pot, making sure the distance between the trunk and the pot edge is moderate.
2. Soil: Hibiscus prefers fertile and well-draining soil. You can choose horticultural soil mixed in proportion from leaf mold soil, garden soil, and sandy soil.
Watering and Fertilizing1. Watering: Hibiscus prefers a moist environment but dislikes waterlogging. In the growing season, keep the soil moist, and reduce watering frequency in winter.
2. Fertilizing: Hibiscus enjoys fertilizer. Apply a compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth.
Disease and Pest Control1. Observe the plant and deal with diseases and pests in a timely manner. Common diseases and pests include aphids, red spiders, and powdery mildew.
2. Control Methods: Use pesticides or biological control methods for prevention and treatment.
To create a beautiful hibiscus old trunk bonsai, one needs to master certain skills. Through careful operations such as material selection, trimming, shaping, potting, soil, watering, fertilizing, and disease and pest control, I believe you will be able to create a pleasing hibiscus old trunk bonsai.