Selection of fertilizer for flower and fruit bonsai Application skills of fertilizer for flower and fruit bonsai Maintenance points Bonsai art has a long history in our country, and flower and fruit bonsai because of its unique ornamental value is deeply loved by the vast number of bonsai lovers. In the process of maintaining flower and fruit bonsai, reasonable use of fertilizer is the key to ensuring healthy growth. This article will introduce you in detail the relevant knowledge of flower and fruit bonsai fertilizers, including fertilizer selection, Application techniques and maintenance points will help you grow beautiful and touching bonsai with flowers and fruits. Choice of fertilizer for flowers and fruits bonsai 1. Organic fertilizers: Organic fertilizers such as chicken manure, cow dung, cake fertilizer, etc. are rich in a variety of nutrient elements and are conducive to the growth of flowers and fruits bonsai. After application of organic fertilizers, the fertilizer efficiency will be long-lasting and has obvious soil improvement effect.
2. Inorganic fertilizers: Inorganic fertilizers such as ammonium sulfate, calcium superphosphate, potassium chloride, etc., have relatively single nutrients, but have fast fertilizer efficiency and are suitable for use in flower and fruit bonsai during the period of vigorous growth.
3. Compound fertilizer: Compound fertilizer is a fertilizer containing a variety of nutrient elements, such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus compound fertilizer, etc., suitable for long-term application of flowers and fruits bonsai. Application techniques for fertilizer application for flowers and fruits bonsai 1. Fertilizer application time: The fertilizer application time for flowers and fruits bonsai is mainly divided into vigorous growth period, flowering period and dormant period. The amount of fertilizer application should be increased appropriately during the vigorous growth period and flowering period, and during the dormant period, reduce or stop fertilization.
2. Fertilization methods: Fertilization methods mainly include base fertilizer and top dressing. Base fertilizer is carried out in spring, and top dressing is carried out during the vigorous growth period and flowering period. When fertilizing, the fertilizer should be avoided from directly contacting the root system to avoid root burning.
3. Fertilizer application amount: The fertilizer application amount should be adjusted according to factors such as the variety, growth status and soil fertility of flower and fruit bonsai. Generally speaking, the application amount of organic fertilizer is 1/3 of the pot soil, and the application amount of inorganic fertilizer and compound fertilizer is 1/5 of the pot soil. Key points for the maintenance of fertilizer for flowers and fruits bonsai 1. Keep the soil loose: The soil of flowers and fruits bonsai should be loose and breathable, which is conducive to root growth. Regularly loosen the soil to remove weeds and maintain soil fertility.
2. Controlled watering: Watering is the key to the maintenance of flower and fruit bonsai. Watering should be reasonably controlled based on factors such as the variety, growth status and seasonal changes of the bonsai to avoid accumulation of water and avoid root rot.
3. Prevention and control of pests and diseases: Flower and fruit bonsai are susceptible to pests and diseases, and should be discovered in time and measures should be taken to prevent and control them. Biopesticides or low-toxic pesticides can be sprayed to avoid the use of highly toxic pesticides.
Fertilizer for flower and fruit bonsai is an important part of maintaining bonsai. Choosing suitable fertilizers and mastering the correct application techniques and maintenance points will help improve the ornamental value of flower and fruit bonsai. I hope this article can provide you with a useful reference for your bonsai maintenance path.