Choose the right banyan species, select and configure soil, water and fertilization, light and temperature, pruning and shaping, and control of pests and diseases. With its unique tree shape and rich leaf color, banyan trees have become the green darling of many homes and offices. Maintaining small banyan bonsai is not easy. It requires mastering certain skills and methods. This article will introduce you in detail the maintenance points of small banyan bonsai and help you easily raise a healthy and beautiful banyan bonsai. Select the right banyan variety Before maintaining a small banyan bonsai, you first need to choose the right variety. Currently, common banyan varieties on the market include rubber fig, golden fig, piano leaf fig, etc. These varieties are suitable for use as bonsai, but their respective characteristics and maintenance requirements are different. It is recommended that you choose the right variety based on your own preferences and maintenance conditions. Soil selection and configuration The soil of a banyan bonsai requires good air permeability and strong drainage. You can choose peat soil, leaf soil, perlite and other materials for mixing and configuration. The specific ratio is: peat soil 40%, leaf soil 40%, and perlite 20%. This soil configuration is conducive to the growth of banyan root systems and the retention of water. Watering and fertilization The watering of small banyan bonsai must follow the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet", that is, watering should be carried out when the soil surface is dry. In the high temperature season in summer, the number of watering needs to be increased to keep the soil moist, and in winter, watering should be reduced to avoid excessive soil causing root rot.
In terms of fertilization, compound fertilizer can be applied to small banyan bonsai once a month. When fertilizing, the fertilizer should be evenly sprinkled on the soil surface, and then covered with fine soil. After fertilization, water should be watered in time to prevent the fertilizer from burning the roots. Light and temperature The small banyan bonsai has high requirements for light and should be placed in a sunny place. In summer, direct sunlight should be avoided to avoid burning the leaves. In winter, pay attention to keeping warm and keeping the indoor temperature above 15℃. Pruning and shaping pruning are important links in the maintenance of small banyan bonsai. When pruning, the principle of "thinning cutting is the main part, and dense cutting is the auxiliary part" must be followed, that is, cutting off sick and weak branches, crossing branches, inward branches, etc., and retaining ventilation and light transmission. Tree shape, after pruning, healing cream must be applied in time to prevent the invasion of bacteria.
In terms of modeling, it can be carried out according to personal preferences. Common shapes include cliff style, curved dry style, straight dry style, etc. During the modeling process, attention should be paid to maintaining the beauty and stability of the tree shape. Pest and pest control Banyan small bonsai are vulnerable to pests and diseases, such as scale insects, red spiders, powdery mildew, etc. When controlling pests and diseases, we must first strengthen conservation and management to keep the plant healthy. Pesticides, such as imidacloprid and carbendazim, can be used for control, etc., when using pesticides, they must strictly follow the instructions to avoid causing harm to the human body and the environment.
The maintenance of small banyan bonsai is not difficult. As long as you master the correct maintenance methods, you can cultivate beautiful and healthy banyan bonsai. I hope the introduction in this article will help you and wish you success in maintaining it!