Material selection and preparation for planting steps, watering and fertilizing, light and temperature pruning and modeling, elm bonsai is deeply loved by bonsai lovers because of its unique tree shape, tough tree quality and easy maintenance characteristics. Let's explain in detail the planting method of elm bonsai stumps, from material selection, planting to maintenance, allows you to easily have a vibrant elm bonsai. Material selection and preparation 1. Choose stumps: Choose elm stumps that grow healthily and have beautiful tree shapes. The size of the stumps should be determined according to the size of the pot and personal preferences.
2. Prepare tools: gardening scissors, saws, gardening shovels, gardening gloves, gardening tool boxes, etc.
3. Prepare pot soil: Select special horticultural soil with good air permeability and good drainage, such as peat soil, coarse sand, etc. Planting step 1. Clean up the stump: Clean up the soil, dead branches, rotten leaves, etc. on the stump to ensure that the root system of the stump is healthy.
2. Pruning and pruning: According to the overall shape of the bonsai, appropriately prune the stumps, remove sick and weak branches and cross branches, and retain the main branches and shaping branches.
3. Planting: Put the stumps into the pot, pay attention to the distribution of the root systems, and avoid overcrowding or distortion.
4. Fixing: Use gardening scissors to fix the stump in the pot to ensure that the stump is stable in the soil. Watering and fertilization 1. Watering: Elm bonsai stumps prefer a humid environment, but avoid standing water. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist to avoid excessive water causing root rot.
2. Fertilization: During the growing season, apply compound fertilizer once a month, and water it in time after fertilization to promote the growth of tree stumps. Light and temperature 1. Light: Elm bonsai stumps like sunshine and should be placed in a place with sufficient light, but avoid direct sunlight.
2. Temperature: Elm bonsai stumps are cold-resistant. In winter, the temperature is above 0℃. In summer, pay attention to ventilation and cooling. Trim and styling 1. Trim: Trim regularly according to the overall shape of the elm bonsai to maintain the beautiful shape of the stump.
2. Modeling: Shape the tree shape of the elm bonsai through pruning, binding and other methods, such as cliff style, oblique dry style, etc.
The planting and maintenance of elm bonsai stumps require patience and care. By following the above steps, I believe you will be able to have a vibrant elm bonsai. During this process, if you encounter problems, you can consult relevant information or consult professionals to continuously accumulate experience and improve your bonsai skills.
Reference: "China Bonsai Art" magazine, No. 2, 2019, author: Zhang Wei.
Gardening Knowledge Magazine, No. 3, 2020, author: Li Ming.