Understand the growth habits of Pyracantha bonsai, choose pruning tools, choose pruning time, choose pruning steps, and explain in detail the pruning maintenance of Pyracantha bonsai after pruning. With its unique shape and rich ornamental nature, it has become a popular choice in home decoration. If you want to have a pot with beautiful shape and luxuriant branches, pruning skills are indispensable. This article will introduce you in detail how to prune Pyracantha bonsai and help you create a unique home greenery. Understanding the growth habits of Pyracantha bonsai Before starting pruning, it is crucial to understand the growth habits of Pyracantha bonsai. Pyracantha loves light, is cold and drought-tolerant. It has lax soil requirements and is highly adaptable. Understanding these habits helps us Make the right decisions when pruning. Selection of pruning tools When pruning Pyracantha bonsai, you should choose appropriate tools. Commonly used pruning tools include scissors, gardening scissors, saws, etc. Scissors are suitable for pruning small branches, gardening scissors are suitable for pruning thicker branches, and saws are used for pruning thicker trunks. Selection of pruning time The pruning time of Pyracantha bonsai is generally selected in spring and autumn. Spring pruning helps promote the growth of new buds, and autumn pruning helps trees accumulate nutrients and prepare for growth in the coming year. Detailed explanation of pruning steps 1. Observe the overall shape: Before pruning, carefully observe the overall shape of the Pyracantha bonsai to determine the goal and direction of pruning.
2. Trim branches: First prune weak, dead, and crossed branches to keep the tree shape clean. When pruning, pay attention to maintaining the balance between the main branch and the side branches to avoid over-pruning causing the tree to weaken.
3. Trim the branches and leaves: According to the shape and size of the pyracantha bonsai, trim the excess branches and leaves to make the tree shape more beautiful. When pruning, pay attention to retaining the layered sense of the crown to make the bonsai more ornamental.
4. Trim the trunk: For pyracantha bonsai with thick trunks, the trunk can be appropriately trimmed to make it more straight. When pruning, pay attention to retaining the natural curve of the trunk to avoid over-pruning causing distortion of the trunk. Post-pruning maintenance After the pruning is completed, properly maintain the Pyracantha bonsai, keep the soil moist, apply fertilizer timely, promote the growth of new buds, pay attention to the growth of the bonsai, and adjust the pruning strategy in a timely manner.
Pruning Pyracantha bonsai is a meticulous and interesting task. By mastering the correct pruning techniques, you will be able to create a unique home greenery. During the pruning process, pay attention to observation and patient operation. I believe you will be able to obtain satisfactory results.
References: "Horticultural pruning Technical Manual", China Agricultural Press, published in 2018.
"Bonsai Art", Shanghai Science and Technology Press, published in 2017.