Planting time of orange tree bonsai The planting method of orange tree bonsai The maintenance of orange tree bonsai The fruit of orange tree bonsai As an ornamental and practical indoor plant, it has been very popular in recent years. Many flower friends are looking forward to a bumper harvest of potted oranges, so how many years will it take for orange tree bonsai to bear fruit? This article will reveal the growth cycle of potted oranges and give you more confidence in the maintenance process. There is no fixed regulation on the planting time of orange tree bonsai. It is generally recommended to plant it in spring or autumn. Spring planting is conducive to tree growth, and autumn planting helps trees adapt to the environment. Planting method of orange tree bonsai 1. Choose the right orange tree variety: Select orange tree varieties with fast growth speed, strong disease resistance, and good fruit quality, such as tangerine, citrus, etc.
2. Prepare the planting pot: Select a ceramic pot or plastic pot of suitable size with drainage holes at the bottom.
3. Filling planting soil: Select soil with good air permeability and good drainage, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
4. Planting trees: Put the orange saplings into a pot, gently compact the soil, and pour water through it. Maintenance of orange tree bonsai 1. Lighting: Orange trees like light and should be placed in a sunny place to ensure 4-6 hours of light every day.
2. Watering: Keep the soil moist, but avoid standing water. Increase the number of watering times in spring and autumn, and reduce watering in summer and winter.
3. Fertilization: Apply compound fertilizer once a month, and the amount of fertilization can be increased during the period of vigorous growth.
4. Trim: Trim branches regularly to maintain the beautiful tree shape and promote the growth of new branches. The fruit time of the orange tree bonsai varies according to factors such as variety and maintenance conditions. 3-5 years after planting, the orange tree bonsai begins to bear fruit. Under appropriate maintenance conditions, the fruit quality and yield of the orange tree bonsai will be improved. The fruit picking time of orange tree bonsai is generally from October to January of the following year. When picking, it should be handled gently to avoid damaging branches and fruits.
Orange-tree bonsai is a kind of ornamental and practical indoor plant. Its fruiting time is generally 3-5 years after planting. In the process of conservation, attention should be paid to illumination, watering, fertilization and pruning to create a good growth environment for orange-tree bonsai. I hope this article can provide help for your conservation.
References: 1."Maintenance Manual for Potted Oranges", China Agricultural Press, 2018.
2."Family Gardening Plant Conservation Complete Book", Shanghai Science and Technology Press, 2017.