Selection of suitable larch bonsai pots Soil selection and treatment Modeling and pruning, watering and fertilization With the improvement of people's aesthetic requirements for the home environment, bonsai art has gradually entered thousands of households. Among many bonsai plants, larch has its unique tree shape, rich layers and cold-resistant characteristics. It has become the first choice for bonsai lovers. This article will introduce you in detail the making skills of larch bonsai and help you create a pot that belongs to your own home art beauty. The first step in selecting the right larch to make a larch bonsai is to select the right saplings. It is recommended to choose larch with good growth, upright tree shape, and lush branches and leaves. When selecting, the following points should be paid attention to: 1. The trunk thickness is moderate, should not be too thick or too thin.
2. The bark is smooth and free from pests and diseases.
3. Branches are evenly distributed without distortion or breaking. Selection of bonsai pots For larch bonsai pots, bonsai pots should be made of materials with good air permeability and good drainage performance, such as purple sand pots, glaze pots, etc. The size of the pots should be determined according to the size and shape of the saplings, generally 1.5 times the diameter of the trunk. It is appropriate. Soil selection and treatment The soil of larch bonsai should be sandy soil with good air permeability and good drainage performance. Before production, the soil should be disinfected to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases. The specific operations are as follows: 1. Sift the soil and remove impurities.
2. Put the sifted soil into a steamer and cook it for 30 minutes to disinfect it.
3. After the steamed soil is cooled, add appropriate amount of leus soil and bone meal to improve the fertility of the soil. Modeling and pruning The shape of larch bonsai should be determined according to the original shape of the saplings and individual aesthetic needs. The following are some common modeling methods: 1. Upright: Keep the trunk upright and the branches grow naturally to form a beautiful crown.
2. Inclined dry type: Tilt the trunk and tilt the branches to one side to create a sense of dynamics.
3. Hanging type: Tilt the trunk and hang the branches downward to form a waterfall shape.
During the modeling process, the following points should be noted: 1. Maintain the balance of the crown when pruning to avoid being too heavy on one side.
2. Keep a certain amount of bark during pruning to protect the trunk.
3. Gardening glue should be applied to pruned wounds in time to prevent moisture evaporation and pests and diseases. Watering and fertilization The watering of larch bonsai should follow the principle of "see wet when it is dry" to avoid excessive wet or dry soil. During the growing season, water 1-2 times a week to keep the soil moist. Fertilizer should be selected. Compound fertilizer with a suitable ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium should be applied once a month.
Making larch bonsai is an art that requires patience and skill. Through the above steps, I believe you have mastered the skills of making larch bonsai. Let us work together to create a pot of home art beauty that belongs to our own! According to "China Bonsai Art" magazine, in recent years, the bonsai market has been heating up year by year, and more and more people have begun to pay attention to and love bonsai art. Let us enter the world of bonsai together and feel its charm.