The selection of materials includes pruning and shaping, watering, fertilizing, light and ventilation for pest and disease prevention and control bonsai. As a kind of traditional art in China, it has attracted countless enthusiasts with its unique artistic charm and profound cultural heritage. For beginners, making bonsai is not an easy task. Let's reveal the five major bonsai quick skills to help you quickly master the art of bonsai making. Paying attention to the selection of bonsai materials is the key to successful production. When selecting plants, beginners should give priority to the following plants: pine, bamboo, plum, orchid, chrysanthemum, etc. These plants have strong adaptability and ornamental properties. It is easy to maintain, and according to personal preferences and space conditions, choose suitable bonsai containers, such as porcelain pots, purple sand pots, etc. Trim and modeling The pruning and modeling of bonsai are important links to embody artistic quality. During the pruning process, the following principles should be followed: 1. Keep the main branches and remove sick and weak branches and cross branches; 2. Maintain the natural growth trend of the branches during pruning. Avoid excessive pruning; 3. When modeling, the position and angle of the branches and leaves should be reasonably adjusted according to the growth habits of the plant. Watering and fertilization Watering and fertilization are the basis of bonsai maintenance. The following are some practical tips: 1. Watering in the right amount to avoid water accumulation or drought; 2. Choose fertilizers suitable for bonsai, such as organic fertilizers, compound fertilizers, etc.; 3. Fertilization should follow the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently" to avoid excessive fertilization. Light and ventilation Light and ventilation are crucial to the growth of bonsai. The following are some suggestions: 1. Choose a location with sufficient sunshine and good ventilation to place the bonsai; 2. Avoid placing the bonsai near direct heat sources such as air conditioners and heating; 3. Turn the bonsai regularly to allow the plants to receive light evenly. Pest and pest control are important factors affecting the growth of bonsai. The following are some control techniques: 1. Regularly inspect bonsai and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner; 2. Use biopesticides or plant extracts to control; 3. Keep the bonsai environment clean and avoid the breeding of pests and diseases.
Mastering the quick skills of bonsai is not a matter of time. Through continuous practice and summary, I believe that you will become an excellent bonsai artist. Here, we quote the data from the "China Bonsai Art Yearbook": In recent years, the number of bonsai enthusiasts in my country has increased year by year, with the proportion of beginners accounting for more than 60%. This fully demonstrates that bonsai art has a wide market and potential in my country. Let us enter the world of bonsai together and feel its unique charm!