Banyan Bonsai Shaping Techniques
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The shaped banyan bonsai looks very elegant and its ornamental value is greatly enhanced. But how to shape a banyan bonsai? It's actually very simple. First, we need to pinch the hearts and buds of the banyan, which can effectively inhibit the change of the tree shape and prevent the banyan from growing at will. Next, we need to prune the branches and leaves of the banyan to shape it as desired. Then, we need to elevate the roots to better showcase the shape. The final step is coiling, where copper wire is used to secure the branches of the banyan, altering their growth direction. Let's take a look at how to do it specifically!
1. Pinching Hearts and Buds
Pinching the hearts can prevent the banyan branches from growing upwards, controlling the height of the banyan, making the overall look more tree-like, and laying a good foundation for later shaping. The next step is pinching the buds. During the growing period, the banyan will have many branches that are somewhat disordered. At this time, it is necessary to pinch the buds to prevent the branches from becoming too dense.
2. Pruning Branches and Leaves
As the banyan grows, it will produce many disordered branches and leaves, which greatly affect the ornamental value in later stages. When the growth of the branches deviates significantly from the overall appearance of the pot, it is necessary to prune the branches promptly. At the same time, some withered leaves need to be pruned to ensure the healthy growth of the banyan.
3. Root Elevation
Root elevation of the banyan is generally done in autumn when both the temperature and the humidity in the air are conducive to the growth of the banyan after root elevation. Properly elevating the roots of the banyan can help achieve the desired shape. However, it is important to control the force to avoid damaging the roots of the banyan.
4. Coiling Treatment
This is the final step in shaping the banyan, and also the most important one, as it determines the growth direction of the branches after shaping. First, you need to plan the desired shape of the banyan. Then, according to the planned shape, use copper or aluminum wire to coil the branches and trunk. Once the branches are secured, they will grow in the direction they are fixed.
The detailed content of the banyan bonsai shaping techniques and maintenance methods has been provided above. I hope it can be of help to you!