How to cultivate珍珠 yellowhorn
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“A clump of yellowhorn tree, with a graceful branches, deep green leaves like翡翠, and ancient roots like coiled dragon.” The yellowhorn tree has a beautiful posture and has been loved by people from ancient times to the present. How can one not admire its strong branches resembling dragons and its lush leaves similar to jade?
There are many varieties of yellowhorn, including tongue yellowhorn, melon seed yellowhorn, and珍珠 yellowhorn, etc. Some friends may ask, among these varieties, which is the most precious? Which is the most beautiful when made into a bonsai? And how should they be maintained?
Here are some simple points about yellowhorn bonsai for discussion with friends, hoping it will be helpful to everyone!
I. Which yellowhorn is the most precious? Which yellowhorn is the most beautiful when made into a bonsai?
Although there are many varieties of yellowhorn, when it comes to preciousness,珍珠 yellowhorn naturally comes first. This variety is also known as thousand-year dwarf, with a graceful posture. Most of them can naturally take shape without winding, with strong branches and bark that naturally cracks in fish-scale patterns, looking particularly ancient. Its tiny, lush leaves are crystal clear like pearls, making it the most beautiful yellowhorn. Due to its exceptional beauty and natural vibrant appearance, it can be considered a scene as soon as it is potted, saving the need for excessive winding and pruning. It has been deeply loved by people since ancient times and has been known as one of the "four families of bonsai" along with golden oriole, winter jasmine, and needle pine.
This bonsai material is not only beautiful but also very precious. Pearl yellowhorn is only found in some high-altitude areas, and due to excessive digging by some people, it has become very rare and precious. Now it has become a national protected plant. This yellowhorn is not only rare but also difficult to domesticated. It can be said that even if we are lucky enough to obtain wild珍珠 yellowhorn, it is not easy to keep it alive. This yellowhorn has adapted to the cool and slightly moist environment of high mountains, and it can have various discomforts when brought downhill, even to the point of "dying after coming down the mountain." Because of these reasons, we can say that珍珠 yellowhorn is the most beautiful and precious. If you can have a pot of珍珠 yellowhorn, it should be considered a blessing.
II. How to obtain珍珠 yellowhorn? How to keep it alive?
1. How to obtain珍珠 yellowhorn and how to handle it after obtaining it?
To obtain珍珠 yellowhorn, it is impossible to rely on manual digging, as mentioned earlier, it is very rare in nature. Not only does digging damage the environment, but it is also illegal. We can only buy珍珠 yellowhorn cultivated at some bases.
If you are particularly fond of珍珠 yellowhorn, it is recommended to pay attention to the following when purchasing: First, the珍珠 yellowhorn you buy should have undergone low-altitude acclimatization, so it will adapt to the environment quickly and survive; second, if the yellowhorn you buy is bare-rooted with few fibrous roots, it is better not to choose, as such yellowhorn roots have little ability to absorb nutrients and water; finally, when choosing珍珠 yellowhorn, make sure it has leaves. If the yellowhorn has been severely pruned without leaves, it is better not to choose, as such leafless珍珠 yellowhorn will find it difficult to perform photosynthesis and is almost impossible to keep alive.
After buying珍珠 yellowhorn, we should promptly soak the small amount of original soil it carries in water for a period, removing all the original soil, as this soil is different from the cultivation substrate and is difficult to integrate, which is very unfavorable for the survival of珍珠 yellowhorn. Also, we need to treat the roots, preferably pruning the decayed and tangled roots, which can help珍珠 yellowhorn to root. Of course, some diseased and disabled branches should also be slightly pruned to reduce unnecessary nutrient consumption. After pruning the roots and branches, we should pay attention to applying a healing agent to avoid infection.
2. How to cultivate珍珠 yellowhorn? How to ensure its survival?
There are skills to cultivating珍珠 yellowhorn. First, the cultivation substrate must be correct. To make珍珠 yellowhorn root quickly, it is best to use coarse river sand, which is loose and breathable and has good drainage, thus preventing decay and promoting new roots. This is an important material for keeping珍珠 yellowhorn alive. When cultivating珍珠 yellowhorn, the river sand should cover more to help retain moisture and warmth for the branches.
After planting珍珠 yellowhorn, to ensure quick survival, it should be placed in a shady and well-ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight, which can reduce evaporation and lighten the burden on the roots. Also, proper watering to increase air humidity can create an environment that珍珠 yellowhorn loves, promoting early sprouting and survival.
The biggest obstacle to the survival of珍珠 yellowhorn is watering. Too much watering can easily cause root rot, while too little watering cannot meet the plant's needs and can easily cause the plant to dry out. When watering珍珠 yellowhorn, it is best to maintain the substrate slightly dry. When the substrate dries up to three or four centimeters, it can be watered. Make sure to water thoroughly and avoid half-watering.
How to cultivate珍珠 yellowhorn
III. What should be paid attention to when shaping珍珠 yellowhorn?
After珍珠 yellowhorn is cultivated and survives, to make it look captivating and beautiful, the most important thing is to shape it. If the branches are straight, it is recommended not to wind them directly, as the branches can easily break. However, we can cut off the straight main branches and retain the unique side branches for cultivation, resulting in a posture full of charm and grace.
Of course,珍珠 yellowhorn can also be shaped by cutting the main trunk and letting new branches grow.珍珠 yellowhorn has a strong germination ability, and after cutting the top, new branches will sprout below the cut surface. When the new branches are half lignified, they can be wound. To avoid injuring the branches, it is best to use brown silk for winding, creating the desired shape. After winding, the leaves can be finely pruned to form a cloud-like or steamed bun shape, making the twisted branches and leaves complement each other, more beautiful.
When repotting, we can appropriately raise the roots to create an elegant exposed root system. As the saying goes, "without roots, a bonsai is like a stick in the ground!"
A beautiful bonsai, if matched with unique stones and moss on top of the stones, can provide warmth for the yellowhorn in winter, and the moss can also secrete some slightly acidic substances that yellowhorn loves. Moreover, after laying moss, it enhances the natural charm and adds more poetry and beauty.
III. Summary
After making珍珠 yellowhorn successful, to showcase its beautiful charm, proper maintenance is essential. The key points of maintaining珍珠 yellowhorn are gentle light, avoiding direct sunlight, maintaining ventilation, and keeping the cool environment it loves. During the growing season, a little more water should be added to keep the substrate slightly moist. Organic and compound fertilizers can also be used to promote plant health. To make the yellowhorn bonsai leaves lush and branches strong, you can also spray some dwarfing agents!
The beauty of a bonsai lies not only in winding and shaping but also in proper maintenance. Do you agree? If you like珍珠 yellowhorn, it is recommended to save it!
The above comprehensive introduction to how to cultivate珍珠 yellowhorn and detailed explanation of珍珠 yellowhorn maintenance methods, hoping to bring some knowledge about green plants to green enthusiasts.