Choose the right bonsai Begonia seedlings and prepare the right bonsai pots. Selection and treatment of soil, watering and fertilization, pruning and modeling, light and temperature, pest and disease control Begonia flowers are deeply loved by people because of their beautiful colors and elegant posture. Cultivate Begonia flowers into bonsai, not only can beautify the home environment, but also allow people to find tranquility and comfort in their busy life. This article will introduce you in detail the maintenance methods of Begonia bonsai. Help you create a beautiful pot of crabapple flower bonsai at home. Select the right bonsai Begonia seedlings Before maintaining the bonsai of bonsai, you must first select a healthy and vigorously growing Begonia seedling. The trunk of the Begonia seedling should be of moderate thickness, lush branches and leaves, and free from pests and diseases. It is recommended to choose a well-known flower market or Purchase from a professional flower planting base to ensure the quality of the seedlings. To prepare suitable bonsai pots, crabapple bonsai pots should be made of ceramic or purple sand pots with good air permeability and strong drainage. The size of the pots should be determined according to the size of the crabapple seedlings, and generally the diameter of the roots should be slightly larger than that of the roots. It is advisable, and the shape of the pots should also be coordinated with the posture of the crabapple flowers. Soil selection and treatment The soil for crabapple bonsai should be sandy soil with good air permeability and strong drainage. In terms of soil selection, you can choose to mix peat soil, legus soil and coarse sand in proportion. Before planting, disinfect the soil to kill bacteria and eggs in the soil. Watering and fertilization The watering of crabapple bonsai must follow the principle of "see wet when it is dry" to avoid the soil being too wet or too dry. During the high temperature summer season, the number of watering can be appropriately increased. During the period of vigorous growth, compound fertilizer should be applied once a month to meet the nutrients needed for crabapple growth. Pruning and modeling The pruning of crabapple bonsai is the key to creating a beautiful posture. During the growing season, sick and weak branches, crossed branches and excessively dense branches should be cut off in time to maintain the appearance of the tree shape. In winter, appropriate pruning of crabapple flowers will help Enhance its cold resistance. According to personal preference, crabapple flowers can be shaped, such as cliff style, oblique dry style, etc. Light and temperature Begonia flowers like light, so they should be placed in a sunny place. Avoid direct sunlight in summer to avoid burning leaves. In winter, Begonia flowers need to increase the lighting time appropriately to ensure normal growth. In terms of temperature, Begonia flowers have good cold resistance and can withstand a certain degree of low temperature. Pest and insect pests control Begonia bonsai may have pest problems during the growth process. When pests and insect pests are discovered, timely measures should be taken. Biopesticides or low-toxicity pesticides can be used for control, and the use of highly toxic pesticides should be avoided to avoid affecting the ornamental value of Begonia flowers.
Through the above seven aspects of maintenance, I believe that you can also cultivate a beautiful pot of crabapple bonsai at home. During the maintenance process, you should pay attention to details, pay attention to the growth status of crabapple flowers, and adjust the maintenance methods in a timely manner. May your crabapple bonsai Become a beautiful scenery at home.