The art of bonsai maintenance with material selection and shape has a long history and is an important part of China's traditional garden art. Elm bonsai is deeply loved by bonsai lovers for its unique tree shape, rich meaning and easy maintenance characteristics. This article will introduce in detail the production process of elm bonsai, from material selection, modeling to maintenance, to help you create a vibrant private green space. Selection of elm species 1. There are many varieties of elm. When making bonsai, you should choose varieties with fast growth speed, strong adaptability, and soft branches, such as white elm, black elm, etc. These varieties of elm are easy to shape and have high ornamental value.
2. Tree age The trees for making elm bonsai should be of middle age, about 10-20 years old. Such trees grow stably, have moderate branch thickness, and are easy to shape. Shape 1. Basic Shape The basic shapes of elm bonsai include straight dry type, curved dry type, oblique dry type, etc. Choose the appropriate shape according to personal preferences and tree characteristics.
2. Cutting and pruning During the modeling process, the trees need to be cut and trimmed. When cutting, use sharp knives to avoid damaging the trees. When pruning, remove dead branches and sick branches to keep the trees growing vigorously. Upper pot 1. Choose the right pots to make elm bonsai pots should be made of ceramics, purple sand, cement and other materials. The size of the pots should match the trees and should not be too big or too small.
2. The soil used to prepare elm bonsai requires good breathability and strong drainage. Materials such as legus soil, coarse sand, and perlite can be used to prepare in proportion.
3. Potting step Remove the tree from the original pot, shake off the soil at the root, check the root system, put the tree into the pot, adjust the tree posture, fill in the soil, and compress it. Maintenance 1. Watering elm bonsai needs to keep the soil moist, but it is not advisable to accumulate water. When it is high in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately.
2. Fertilization Elm bonsai Apply compound fertilizer once a month during the growing season. The amount of fertilizer should not be too much to avoid burning the roots.
3. Light elm bonsai requires sufficient scattered light to avoid direct sunlight. In winter, light can be appropriately reduced to facilitate tree dormancy.
4. Regularly inspect the elm bonsai for pest control and prevent pests and diseases. If pests and diseases are found, biopesticides or physical methods can be used.
Elm bonsai making is a challenging artistic activity that requires patience and care. Through the above steps, I believe you will be able to make a unique elm bonsai. Let us immerse ourselves in the green bonsai world and feel the charm of nature!