A guide to fertilization for Australian fir bonsai, the secret to choosing the right fertilizer

What fertilizer is applied to Australian fir bonsai? Authoritative data and comments Eucharus gunnii, as a common bonsai plant, is loved by many bonsai lovers because of its beautiful tree shape and unique leaves. To make the Australian fir bonsai thrive, reasonable fertilization is indispensable. This article will give you a detailed introduction to what fertilizers are applied to the Australian fir bonsai and the related precautions for fertilization. What fertilizer is applied to Australian fir bonsai?

1. Basic fertilizer Australian fir bonsai requires sufficient nutrient elements such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium during the growth process. The choice of basic fertilizers is crucial. The following fertilizers can be used for reference: (1) Universal compound fertilizers: Contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other nutrients, suitable for a variety of plants.

(2) Organic fertilizers: such as chicken manure, cow dung, sheep manure, etc., are rich in organic matter and a variety of trace elements, which help improve soil fertility.

(3) Bio-organic fertilizer: Based on organic matter and adding beneficial microorganisms, it can improve soil structure and improve plant disease resistance.

2. Trace element fertilizers During the growth process of Australian fir bonsai, it also needs appropriate amount of trace elements, such as iron, zinc, boron, manganese, etc. The following trace element fertilizers are available: (1) Trace element fertilizers: Contains a variety of trace elements, can be directly applied to the soil or sprayed on the leaves.

(2) Foliar fertilizer: It is rich in trace elements and can supplement the nutrients needed by plants through foliar spraying. Fertilization considerations 1. Fertilization time The fertilization time of Australian fir bonsai is generally divided into growing season and dormant season. Fertilization during the growing season can promote plant growth, and fertilization during the dormant season can help plants store nutrients. The specific fertilization time is as follows: (1) Growth season: Fertilization 1-2 times a month, mainly nitrogen fertilizer, and appropriate amounts of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer are added.

(2) Dormitory season: Apply fertilizer once every 2-3 months, mainly phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, and add appropriate amount of nitrogen fertilizer.

2. The amount of fertilizer application should be determined according to the growth status of the plant and soil fertility. The monthly amount of fertilizer application for adult Australian fir bonsai is about 10-20 grams, which can be appropriately reduced during the seedling period.

3. Fertilization methods Fertilization methods mainly include soil fertilization and foliar spraying. Soil fertilization is suitable for most plants, while foliar spraying is suitable for trace element fertilizers and foliar fertilizers. Authoritative Data and Comments According to the "Technical Guide to Fertilization of Bonsai Plants" published by "China Bonsai Art" magazine, Australian fir bonsai is fertilized 1-2 times a month during the growing season. Nitrogen fertilizer is the main component, and appropriate amounts of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer are added to effectively promote plant growth.

Reasonable fertilization is the key to ensuring the healthy growth of Australian fir bonsai. By selecting the right fertilizer and paying attention to fertilization time, fertilization amount and fertilization method, your Australian fir bonsai can be made more charming. I hope this article can provide useful reference for your bonsai maintenance road.