Select the right elm varieties, select and prepare, water, fertilize, pruning and modeling, pest and disease prevention, Elm bonsai is one of the traditional bonsai arts in my country. It is deeply loved by people for its simple, vigorous and elegant characteristics. Maintaining elm bonsai is not easy. You need to master certain skills and methods. This article will introduce you in detail the maintenance knowledge of elm bonsai and help you maintain a beautiful and healthy elm bonsai. Choose the right elm variety There are many elm varieties. Choosing the right variety is the basis for maintaining elm bonsai. Common elm varieties include: golden leaf elm, silver leaf elm, mottled leaf elm, etc. When selecting, the following factors should be considered: 1. Growth speed: Choose elm varieties with moderate growth speed, which is conducive to modeling and maintenance.
2. Leaf color: Choose the leaf color according to personal preference, such as golden leaf elm, silver leaf elm, etc.
3. Adaptability: Select elm varieties with strong adaptability and resistance to diseases and insect pests. Soil selection and preparation of elm bonsai have high requirements on soil, and soil with good air permeability and strong drainage should be selected. Commonly used soils include: 1. River sand: River sand has good air permeability and drainage properties, but its water retention is poor., appropriate amount of other soil needs to be added.
2. Limus soil: Limus soil is rich in organic matter and is conducive to the growth of elms, but it has poor air permeability and needs to be mixed with other soils.
3. Peat soil: Peat soil has good water retention, but poor air permeability and needs to be mixed with other soils.
Soil preparation ratio: river sand: humus soil: peat soil = 2:2:1. Watering and fertilization 1. Watering: The watering of elm bonsai should follow the principle of "seeing wet when it is dry" to avoid water accumulation or drought in the soil. When high temperatures in summer, the number of watering can be appropriately increased; when low temperatures in winter, the number of watering should be reduced.
2. Fertilization: Fertilization of elm bonsai should follow the principle of "thin fertilizer and frequent application". Compound fertilizer is generally applied once a month. During the vigorous growth period, the amount of fertilization can be appropriately increased, but attention should be paid to avoid excessive fertilization. Trim and modeling 1. Trim: The pruning of elm bonsai is an important part of modeling. The principles of "thinning, cutting, tying and repairing" should be followed. When pruning, pay attention to retaining the main branches and cutting off sick and weak branches, crossing branches, inward branches, etc.
2. Shape: The shape of elm bonsai can be made according to personal preferences and the growth characteristics of elm. Common shapes include: straight dry type, curved dry type, oblique dry type, etc. Pest and pest control 1. Observe pests and diseases: Regularly observe the elm bonsai and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner.
2. Pest and insect pest control: Take corresponding control measures for different pests and diseases. For example, when pests and diseases occur, pesticides can be used to control them, and at the same time, the ventilation and light transmission of bonsai are strengthened.
Maintaining elm bonsai requires patience and care, and mastering certain maintenance skills is the key. By selecting the right variety, soil, watering, fertilization, pruning and modeling, and reasonable maintenance of pest and disease control, your elm bonsai will surely glow with vitality and become a beautiful scenery at home.