Choosing the right soil, watering principles, fertilizing techniques, pruning and shaping, lighting and ventilation, banyan bonsai is loved by many gardening enthusiasts because of its unique form and vitality. The roots of banyan bonsai, as the source of its life, are particularly important for its maintenance. This article will introduce you in detail how to raise the roots of banyan bonsai, helping your banyan root grow, luxuriant leaves and glow with vitality. Choosing the right soil The roots of banyan bonsai have higher requirements on the soil. A slightly acidic soil with good air permeability and good drainage should be selected. The commonly used soil ratio is peat soil, leaf soil and coarse sand at a ratio of 3:2:1. Mixing, this kind of soil can not only ensure the breathability of the roots, but also provide sufficient nutrients. Watering principles The roots of banyan bonsai require appropriate amounts of water, but too much water will cause the roots to rot. The following principles should be followed when watering: 1. Keep the soil moist, but do not accumulate water.
2. Spring and summer temperatures are high and water evaporates quickly, so the number of watering should be increased.
3. The temperature is low in autumn and winter and water evaporates slowly, so the number of watering should be reduced.
4. When watering, it is best to use a spray can or a fine-spout pot to avoid pouring directly on the leaves. Fertilization skills The roots of banyan bonsai require sufficient nutrients, but excessive fertilization will cause damage to the roots. The following points should be paid attention to when fertilizing: 1. Choose special fertilizers suitable for the growth of banyan trees, such as organic fertilizers or compound fertilizers.
2. The frequency of fertilization is once a month, and the amount of fertilization should not be too much.
3. Water it in time after fertilization to promote the absorption of fertilizer. Pruning and modeling the roots of banyan bonsai require proper pruning to keep them ventilated and breathable. The following points should be paid attention to when pruning: 1. The pruning tools should be sharp to avoid damaging the roots.
2. When pruning, it should be carried out according to the overall shape to keep the tree shape beautiful.
3. Apply healing agents to pruned wounds in time to prevent infection. Light and ventilation The roots of the banyan bonsai require appropriate amount of light and good ventilation conditions. The following are the precautions: 1. Place the banyan bonsai in a place with sufficient scattered light to avoid direct sunlight.
2. Maintain indoor air circulation and avoid too humid the air.
3. Regularly ventilate banyan bonsai to reduce the incidence of diseases and insect pests.
The key to how to raise the roots of banyan bonsai lies in the comprehensive maintenance of soil, watering, fertilization, pruning, light and ventilation. As long as we master these skills, we can make the roots of banyan bonsai strong and luxuriant and full of vitality. I hope this article can be helpful for your banyan bonsai maintenance.
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