Choose suitable bonsai materials, soil, fertilization, watering, light, pruning and modeling to control pests and diseases. As a wonderful flower in my country's traditional bonsai art, it is deeply loved by the majority of horticulture enthusiasts with its unique posture and gorgeous colors. It is not easy to raise a pot of hibiscus bonsai. This article will introduce you in detail the breeding technology of hibiscus bonsai and help you easily create an oasis of home art. Choose suitable bonsai materials 1. Hibiscus saplings: Choosing hibiscus saplings with healthy growth and beautiful tree shape is the first step to successful breeding. It is recommended to choose saplings with a growth period of 3-5 years. At this time, the saplings have developed root systems and strong adaptability.
2. Pots: The pots of hibiscus bonsai should be made of ceramics, purple sand and other materials with good air permeability. The size of the pots should be slightly larger than the root system of the saplings to ensure that the root system has enough space to grow. Soil and fertilization 1. Soil: The soil of hibiscus bonsai requires good drainage and strong air permeability. It can be made of compost soil, garden soil, coarse sand and other materials mixed in a certain proportion.
2. Fertilization: Fertilization of hibiscus bonsai should be carried out according to the growth stage. Compound fertilizers should be applied once a month during the growth period. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be appropriately added before and after flowering to promote the formation of flower buds and the opening of flowers. Watering and light 1. Watering: The watering of hibiscus bonsai should follow the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet". In the high temperature season in summer, the soil should be kept slightly moist; in the low temperature season in winter, the number of watering should be reduced to prevent root rot.
2. Lighting: Hibiscus bonsai requires sufficient light to ensure its growth and flowering. Direct sunlight should be avoided in summer to avoid sunburn on the leaves; the lighting time can be appropriately increased in winter. pruning and modeling 1. pruning: pruning of hibiscus bonsai mainly includes pruning, cutting, branch pulling, etc. pruning can remove sick and weak branches and cross branches to maintain a beautiful tree shape; cutting can adjust the height and tree shape of the tree; pulling branches can adjust the growth direction and angle of the branches.
2. Shape: The shape of hibiscus bonsai can be made according to personal preferences and the characteristics of saplings. Common shapes include natural style, curved dry style, cliff style, etc. Pest and pest control 1. Diseases: Common diseases in hibiscus bonsai include leaf spot disease, anthracnose, etc. When diseases are discovered, the sick leaves should be removed in time and corresponding chemicals should be sprayed for control.
2. Pests: Common pests in hibiscus bonsai include aphids, red spiders, etc. When pests are found, pesticides can be used to control them.
Although the hibiscus bonsai breeding technology is complex, as long as you master the above points, I believe you will be able to successfully cultivate beautiful hibiscus bonsai. Let us enjoy the beauty of an oasis of home art together!
Note: The content of this article refers to the book "Bonsai Art of China" and is compiled based on actual breeding experience. If you need more relevant content, please refer to authoritative industry reports and third-party comments.