Choose the right anise variety and prepare the right bonsai pot Soil selection and configuration Watering and fertilization, pruning and modeling pest and disease prevention Light and temperature anise bonsai has become popular among bonsai lovers in recent years due to its unique shape and strong cultural connotation. Anise bonsai can not only beautify the home environment, but also cultivate sentiment. This article will introduce you in detail the cultivation techniques of anise bonsai and help you easily create your own green pot. Select the right star anise variety Before cultivating star anise bonsai, we must first choose the right variety. Currently, common star anise varieties on the market include red star anise, green star anise, etc. The leaves of red star anise are bright red and have strong ornamental properties; the leaves of green star anise are green., more natural, choose the right variety according to personal preferences and cultivation environment. Prepare suitable bonsai pots For octagonal bonsai pots, ceramic pots or purple sand pots with good air permeability and strong drainage should be selected. The size of the pot should be determined according to the size and shape of the plant. Generally, the diameter of the pot mouth is slightly larger than the crown width of the plant. It is advisable. Soil selection and configuration The soil for the anise bonsai requires good air permeability, strong drainage and fertility. You can use legus soil, garden soil, coarse sand, etc. to be mixed in a certain proportion. The specific ratio is: 4 parts legus soil, 4 parts garden soil, 2 parts coarse sand. Watering and fertilization The watering of the anise bonsai must follow the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" and keep the soil moist. When high temperatures in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately. When low temperatures in winter, watering should be reduced to avoid root rot. In terms of fertilization, apply compound fertilizer once a month, and the amount of fertilizer should not be too much to avoid root burning. Pruning and shaping The pruning of anise bonsai is divided into picking, pruning, and branch pulling. Picking can promote the dwarf of the plant and increase the density of branches and leaves; pruning can adjust the shape of the plant and remove sick and weak branches; branch pulling can change the growth direction of the branches and make the shape more beautiful. During the pruning process, attention should be paid to maintaining the overall beauty of the plant. Pest and pest control The common pests and diseases in anise bonsai include aphids, red spiders, anthrax, etc. The control methods are as follows: 1. Aphids: can be sprayed with 1000 times 40% omethoate EC; 2. Red spiders: can be sprayed with 20% dicofol EC EC at 1000 times; 3. Anthrax: can be sprayed with 800 times 50% carbendazim wettable powder. Light and temperature Antagonal bonsai prefers semi-shaded environments. Direct sunlight should be avoided in summer and light should be increased appropriately in winter. In terms of temperature, the suitable growth temperature for antagonal bonsai is 15℃-30 ℃.
The cultivation of octagonal bonsai requires patience and care. If you master the above skills, I believe that you will be able to cultivate a beautiful octagonal bonsai. In daily life, maintaining octagonal bonsai can not only beautify the environment, but also allow you to find something in your busy life. A peace and contentment.