How to care for banyan bonsai
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In indoor flower cultivation, it is not necessary to grow only golden edge hanging orchids, pothos,虎尾兰 (huito lan), or kaffir lilies. There is also a type of potted plant that is very beautiful and vigorous with lush branches and leaves, and a quite attractive shape. It is the mini banyan bonsai, also called ginseng banyan by some friends. Although the plant is not large and does not grow into a towering tree like the ones planted in the ground, it is really beautiful. When well cared for, it is even more pleasing to the eye than pothos or hanging orchids. It is not only easy to survive but also very sturdy, able to be maintained for a long time, and evergreen throughout the seasons, truly resembling a bonsai in its enduring beauty. So, how can we care for a small potted banyan at home?
How to care for potted banyan? Pay attention to 2 points: many leaves, green and lush, and a beautiful shape.
1. Potted banyan trees need plenty of sunlight.
Actually, it is a plant that loves sunlight very much. The small potted banyan trees have similar growth habits to the large banyan trees planted in the ground. When planted outdoors, they are exposed to the sun every day, with no issues, and grow wild with dense branches, looking robust and growing into a large tree.
Therefore, when we keep potted banyan trees at home, they should be placed in a sunny location. If they are kept indoors, they must have sunlight, and the same applies to placing them on a balcony. Keeping them in sufficient light every day, even in summer, is no problem at all, and they are very easy to care for.
Because potted banyan trees are not cold-resistant, they should be moved indoors for care in winter. At other times, they can be kept outdoors. Even in the hot summer, they can be placed in the sun. In fact, they have a very strong vitality, and in some cities, they can grow well even in the corners of walls or in brick crevices.
How to care for banyan bonsai
2. Potted banyan trees can be pruned frequently.
If there are many branches, you can tidy them up,剪掉 (剪掉 means "cut off") some branches to create an attractive shape. Generally, three to four main branches can be left on one tree, with branches about 10-20 cm long, then topped to promote the growth of lateral buds. If you prefer a smaller plant, consider keeping the overall height below 40 cm. When the branches grow as thick as a little finger, you can consider giving them an even more attractive and beautiful shape.
In fact, potted banyan trees are very strong. If you forget to water them for a long period and some leaves fall off, you can place them on the indoor balcony in a well-ventilated and shady place, water them thoroughly, and after a period of recovery, they will grow back lush leaves.
However, when kept indoors, do not water too frequently, water every three to four days, and reduce watering when the temperature is low. In winter, it is better to keep them indoors to prevent freezing. In spring and autumn, provide some fertilizer to promote more robust growth.
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