Timely pruning, reasonable fertilization, control watering, prevent diseases and insect pests, and maintain ventilation. Autumn is a harvest season and a critical period for maintaining bonsai. As the temperature gradually decreases, the maintenance of bonsai has become particularly important. Correct post-autumn bonsai maintenance can not only extend the life of bonsai, but also allow your bonsai to glow with new life before winter arrives. This article will introduce you in detail the relevant knowledge of post-autumn bonsai maintenance. Help you maintain beautiful bonsai. Timely pruning Autumn is the best period for bonsai pruning. pruning can remove sick and weak branches, dead branches, crossed branches, etc., so that the bonsai maintains a good shape. The following points should be paid attention to when pruning: 1. Choose sunny weather for pruning and avoid pruning in rainy weather to avoid affecting wound healing.
2. The pruning tools should be sharp to avoid damaging the bonsai during the pruning process.
3. Apply healing cream in time after pruning to prevent the invasion of germs. Reasonable fertilization in autumn is a critical period for the growth of bonsai. Appropriate fertilization can help improve the ornamental value of bonsai. The following are some suggestions for fertilization in autumn: 1. Fertilization time: Fertilization in autumn should be carried out during the vigorous growth period of bonsai, generally from September to October.
2. Fertilization types: mainly organic fertilizers, such as chicken manure, cow dung, etc., and appropriate amounts of chemical fertilizers, such as diammonium phosphate, potassium sulfate, etc., are applied.
3. Fertilization method: Apply fertilizer around the roots of the bonsai to avoid direct contact with the leaves. Control watering The temperature gradually decreases in autumn, and the water demand for bonsai will decrease. The following points should be paid attention to when watering: 1. Watering time: In the morning or evening, avoid watering at high temperatures at noon.
2. Watering method: Use the dipping basin method to make the basin soil fully absorb water.
3. Control the amount of water: Appropriate control the number of watering times and the amount of water according to the type and growth status of the bonsai. Prevention and control of pests and diseases Autumn is a period of high incidence of pests and diseases, and timely measures should be taken to control them. The following are some common pests and diseases and their control methods: 1. Red spider: Spray with acaricide, spray every 7-10 days, and spray continuously 2-3 times.
2. Powdery mildew: Spray with carbendazim, thiophanate-methyl and other chemicals, spray every 7-10 days, and spray 2-3 times continuously.
3. Aphids: Spray with dimethoate, dichlorvos and other pesticides, spray every 5-7 days, and spray 2-3 times continuously. Maintaining ventilation and suitable autumn temperatures is a good time for bonsai to grow. Maintaining good ventilation conditions will help the growth of bonsai. The following are some suggestions: 1. Place the bonsai in a well-ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight.
2. Open windows regularly to increase indoor and outdoor air circulation.
Bonsai maintenance after autumn is the key to ensuring the healthy growth of bonsai. Through measures such as timely pruning, reasonable fertilization, controlled watering, preventing pests and diseases, and maintaining ventilation, your bonsai will glow with new life in autumn. I hope this article can provide help for your bonsai maintenance.