Do bonsai ginkgo trees sleep in summer? Summer ginkgo bonsai maintenance skills Ginkgo trees are known as the "living fossil". Because of their unique tree shape and rich cultural connotation, they have become the darling of bonsai lovers. The summer is high and rainy, and the growth status of ginkgo bonsai is worrying. Does bonsai ginkgo trees sleep in summer? How to maintain ginkgo bonsai through summer? This article will reveal your summer ginkgo maintenance tips. Do bonsai ginkgo trees sleep in summer?
Bonsai ginkgo trees do not enter a dormant state in summer. Ginkgo trees are thermophilic plants, and summer is the period when they grow vigorously. High temperature and rainy weather can easily lead to poor growth of ginkgo bonsai and even problems such as pests and diseases. Tips for maintaining ginkgo bonsai in summer 1. Watering timely summer temperatures are high and water evaporates quickly. Ginkgo bonsai requires enough water, but too much watering will cause root rot. Watering should be appropriate and the soil should be kept moist. It is recommended to water in the morning or in the evening to avoid watering at high temperatures at noon.
2. Shade and sun protection In summer, the sun is strong, and ginkgo bonsai is easily damaged by sunburn. Ginkgo bonsai should be placed in a semi-shaded and ventilated environment to avoid direct sunlight. If conditions permit, a sunshade net can be used for sunshade treatment.
3. Pruning and shaping Summer is a good time to prune ginkgo bonsai. By pruning the branches and leaves, the tree shape can be adjusted to promote the growth of new buds. When pruning, the principle of "removing the weak and leaving the strong, removing the dense and leaving the sparse" should be followed to ensure that the bonsai is beautiful and generous.
4. Fertilization management Ginkgo bonsai grows vigorously in summer and requires a suitable amount of fertilizer supply. Compound fertilizers or organic fertilizers can be used and applied every 20 days to promote the healthy growth of plants.
5. Prevention of pests and diseases in summer is hot and rainy. Ginkgo bonsai is vulnerable to pests and diseases. It is necessary to observe the growth status of the bonsai in a timely manner and treat pests and diseases discovered in a timely manner. Biopesticides or low-toxicity pesticides can be used for prevention and control.
6. Appropriate cooling In case of high temperature weather, you can cool the ginkgo bonsai by spraying, watering, etc. to improve the adaptability of the plant.
Although bonsai ginkgo trees will not sleep in summer, hot and rainy weather will have a certain impact on their growth. Mastering summer ginkgo bonsai maintenance techniques will help the plants grow healthily and show the unique charm of ginkgo bonsai. I hope this article can provide a reference for the majority of ginkgo bonsai enthusiasts.