The cultivation method of Tiangen June Snow
As a star plant in the bonsai world, Tiangen June Snow is deeply loved by gardening enthusiasts for its unique root intertwining shape and the magnificent scenery in June (F-X). To cultivate a perfect plant with strong roots and blossoms like snow, it is necessary to master five core maintenance techniques.
Elementary Cultivation Trilogy
1. Sandy Soil Preparation Plan
It is recommended to use a golden ratio of decomposed leaf soil: garden soil: river sand = 3:2:5, adding 200g of bone meal and 500g of decomposed pine needles per cubic meter. When changing pots in the spring, lay a 5cm thick layer of ceramsite at the bottom of the pot to enhance drainage.
2. Light and Shadow Control Principles
Keep 6 hours of direct sunlight in spring and autumn, use double-layer shade nets to filter 50% of the intense light in summer, and maintain 4 hours of lighting with supplementary lights in winter. Remember to rotate the pot by 15° every half month to keep the light even.
3. Water and Fertilizer Management Cycle
In the growing season (March to October), apply a solution of potassium dihydrogen phosphate (diluted 1000 times) every 10 days, combined with a chelated iron foliar fertilizer once a month. In the winter dormancy period, switch to a bamboo vinegar solution (200 times) for root irrigation to enhance cold resistance.
Key Techniques for Shaping Maintenance
1. Pruning and Shaping Tips
Perform shaping pruning every March, keeping 3-5 main branches and removing crossed and reversed branches. Immediately remove the spent flowers after blooming, leaving 2-3 buds. Regularly pinch the tips to control height and promote the growth of lateral branches.
2. Root Promotion Secrets
Use a progressive root exposure method: raise the pot by 2-3cm each time it is repotted, combined with high-pressure water jet to wash away the surface soil. Spray the exposed root part with seaweed essence every week to promote suberization of the epidermis.
Four-Season Maintenance Calendar
In spring, focus on preventing aphids; in summer, ensure ventilation to prevent red spiders; in autumn, apply potassium fertilizer to strengthen the roots; in winter, maintain a temperature of above 5°C to survive. Build a rain shelter during the rainy season to avoid over-wet potting soil and root rot.
Through scientific soil mixing, precise light control, systematic fertilization, artistic pruning, and seasonal management, combined with 3-5 years of patient cultivation, you can make Tiangen June Snow display its robust and ancient roots and the dreamy scene of snow in June. Regularly observe the plant's condition and adjust the maintenance plan in a timely manner, and you can also become an expert in Tiangen shaping.