Begonia, as one of the famous traditional Chinese flowers, has been favored by scholars and literati since ancient times. In modern life, people not only appreciate the beauty of its flowers but also make it into bonsai as an artistic ornament for home decoration. This article will introduce in detail the production method and maintenance skills of begonia bonsai, helping you to create a beautiful and delicate begonia bonsai at home with ease.
The production method of begonia bonsai1. Choose a suitable begonia variety
When making begonia bonsai, it is first necessary to choose a variety suitable for potting. Common begonia varieties include weeping begonia and Xifu begonia. Choose a suitable variety according to personal preference and growing conditions.
2. Prepare making tools
The tools required for making begonia bonsai include scissors, horticultural shears, horticultural knives, horticultural wire, horticultural soil, and special bonsai soil, ensuring that the tools are clean and sharp for operation.
3. Selecting pots and matching soil
The pot for begonia bonsai can be made of purple sand, ceramic, etc., and the size of the pot should be determined based on the size and growth habits of the begonia plant. When matching soil, peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, and coarse sand can be mixed in a certain proportion to increase soil permeability and drainage.
4. Potting and pruning
Remove the begonia plant from its original pot, remove excess roots, place the plant in the pot, secure the roots with horticultural soil, and then prune, removing diseased, weak, intersecting, and dense branches to maintain a beautiful plant shape.
5. Horticultural styling
According to personal preference, begonia bonsai can be styled into cliff-style, dragon-style, straight-trunk style, etc. During styling, pay attention to maintaining the natural shape of the plant and avoid excessive pruning.
Maintenance skills of begonia bonsai1. Light
Begonia bonsai requires ample sunlight but should also avoid direct sunlight. In the high-temperature summer season, proper shading should be provided to prevent leaf sunburn.
2. Watering
Watering begonia bonsai should follow the principle of "watering when dry and keeping the soil moist." In winter, the frequency of watering can be appropriately reduced.
3. Fertilizing
During the growing period of begonia bonsai, apply a thin fertilizer every 15 days to promote plant growth. After fertilizing, water promptly to prevent fertilizer from burning the roots.
4. Pest and disease control
Regularly inspect begonia bonsai and take timely measures when pests and diseases are found. Common pests and diseases include aphids, red spiders, and anthracnose, which can be controlled with pesticides. Also, pay attention to alternating the use of different types of pesticides to prevent resistance.
5. Pruning and shaping
According to the growth of begonia bonsai, prune and shape it in time to maintain a beautiful plant shape.
Begonia bonsai production and maintenance is an activity that tests patience and is full of fun. With the above methods, you can easily create a beautiful and delicate begonia bonsai at home. During the maintenance process, continuously accumulate experience, and your begonia bonsai will become more beautiful.