Choose the right Michelia seedlings Choose the right pot and soil to put on pots and pruning, watering and fertilizing, light and temperature pest control, change pots and pruning Michelia, also known as Smilia, is named because its flowers look like a human face. It is one of the traditional ornamental flowers in my country. In recent years, with the rise of bonsai art, more and more people have begun to try to make Smilia bonsai. How to make a beautiful, generous and vibrant Smilia bonsai? This article will provide you with detailed answers. The first step in selecting suitable Michelia seedlings to make a Michelia bonsai is to select suitable Michelia seedlings. Seedling that grow strongly and are free from pests and diseases should be selected. 1-2 years old seedlings are most suitable for making bonsai. When purchasing, pay attention to check whether the root system is developed and whether the branches and leaves are luxuriant. When selecting suitable pots and soil to make a Michelia bonsai, the choice of pots and soil is crucial. It is advisable to use a shallow tray or a pottery pot with drainage holes on the bottom of the pot, which is conducive to the ventilation and drainage of the roots. The soil is better to use sandy soil with good air permeability and strong drainage. Potting and pruning Plant the selected Michelia seedlings into the pot, paying attention to keeping the root system stretched. After planting, fill the gaps with soil and gently compact them. After planting, prune Michelia flowers to remove sick and weak branches and cross branches. Branches, keep the tree shape beautiful. Watering and fertilization Michelia flowers like a humid environment, but they are afraid of waterlogging. When watering, keep the soil moist, but no water should be accumulated. In the hot summer season, the number of watering times can be appropriately increased. In terms of fertilization, use nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium balanced compound fertilizers are mainly applied once a month. Light and temperature Smiley flowers like light, but avoid strong direct exposure. Place the bonsai in a semi-shaded ventilated place to ensure 4-6 hours of scattered light irradiation every day. When the temperature in winter is low, pay attention to keep warm and avoid low-temperature freezing damage. Pest and insect pest control During the growth process, Michelia may be infested by pests and diseases. When pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures must be taken, such as spraying pesticides, pruning diseased branches, etc., to keep the bonsai well ventilated and reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. Pots changing and pruning Michelia bonsai need to be changed once a year or every other year. When changing pots, pay attention to checking whether the root system is developed, prune if necessary, prune the branches and leaves to keep the tree shape beautiful.
Through the above seven steps, you can make a beautiful and generous bonsai of smiling flowers. During the maintenance process, you should pay attention to watering, fertilization, light, temperature and other links to ensure the healthy growth of smiling flowers. I believe that with your efforts, you will definitely be able to harvest a beautiful bonsai of smiling flowers and add a touch of spring to your home.