Abstract: Has your Australian fir bonsai grown a little wilting recently? Don't worry, let me give you advice to rejuvenate your little potted plant and become a beautiful scenery at home! Soil is the "home" of bonsai. Imagine if the floor of your home is made of cement, would you be comfortable? Australia…
Has your Australian fir bonsai grown a little wilted recently? Don't worry, let me give you advice to rejuvenate your little potted plant and become a beautiful scenery at home! Soil is the "home" of bonsai
Imagine if the floor of your home was made of cement, would you be comfortable? The same goes for Australian cedar bonsai. They need a warm and comfortable home-that is soil. When selecting soil, you should choose one with good breathability and good drainage, preferably slightly acid and sandy. You can mix garden soil, legular soil, and sand to ensure the fertility of the soil and allow free circulation of water and air. Don't forget to sterilize and disinfect the soil and containers before putting them into the pot so that the small pot will not get sick! Moisture is the "source of life" of bonsai
Australian cedar trees like a humid environment, so watering is the key to maintenance. But don't think that the more the better, the right amount of water should be watered and the soil should be kept moist. Remember, when watering, water it thoroughly and let the soil be completely moist, rather than just watering the surface. In summer, the weather is hot and evaporates quickly. You can increase the number of watering times appropriately, but you must avoid standing water, otherwise the roots will rot! Sunshine is the "nutritionist" of bonsai.
Australian fir trees like light, but they cannot be exposed to the sun. Keep it in a well-lit place, but avoid direct sunlight. If left in the dark for a long time, the leaves will turn yellow and growth will slow down. So, remember to rotate the flowerpot regularly so that the small potted plants can receive the baptism of the sun evenly. Fertilizer is the "nutrient" of bonsai. When Australian fir trees are growing vigorously, nutrients need to be supplemented. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizers can be applied once every two weeks, but they must be diluted and applied to avoid fertilizer damage. Growth is slow in winter, so fertilization can be appropriately reduced. Trim is the "beautician" of bonsai. Trim is an important part of maintaining the beauty of bonsai. Cutting off the branches and leaves that grow too densely and too long can make the small potted plant more tidy and beautiful. But be careful when pruning and do not damage the growing point of the plant. Pests and insect pests are the "natural enemies" of bonsai. Australian fir bonsai are vulnerable to pests such as aphids and red spiders. If pests are found, timely measures should be taken, and pesticides can be used or manual cleaning can be used. In addition, attention should be paid to preventing diseases, keeping the environment ventilated, and avoiding excessive watering. Temperature and humidity are the "comfort" of bonsai. Australian cedar trees are not cold resistant, and the most suitable growth temperature is 18-25℃. In winter, it should be transferred to indoor maintenance and the room temperature should be controlled above 5℃. At the same time, keep the indoor air humidity appropriate and avoid being too dry.
Maintaining Australian fir bonsai is actually not that difficult. As long as you master these skills, your little potted plant will surely thrive and become a beautiful scenery at home. Come and give it a try and make your bonsai full of vitality!