Watering method of white wax bonsai
As a unique ornamental plant, the watering management of white wax bonsai directly affects its health status and artistic value. Scientific water control can not only maintain plant vitality, but also shape strong branches through water control. Mastering the dynamic relationship between seasonal changes, basin soil characteristics and plant needs is the key to cultivating high-quality white wax bonsai. The four core elements of white wax bonsai watering are seasonal cycle and watering frequency. During the spring germination period (March to May), the watering rhythm of 3 days per time is maintained, in line with the peak water demand for new buds. During the high temperature period in summer (June to August), pouring is needed once in the morning and evening. Especially on continuous sunny days, bamboo sticks can be used to test the humidity of the basin soil at a depth of 2cm. Adjust it to 7-10 days per time in autumn and winter (November-February), and pay attention to observe whether the leaves show signs of water shortage such as drooping folds. The gold standard for water control adopts the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet". When the surface of the basin soil is white, pervious irrigation is carried out. It is recommended to use a point-spout pot to slowly fill water along the edge of the basin until the hole in the bottom of the basin continues to drip for 10 seconds. For shallow-mouthed pots, watering can be done in layers: pour until semi-thoroughly for the first time, and re-pour until fully thoroughly after an interval of 15 minutes. The advanced application of the dipping pot method is suitable for miniature bonsai or root-shaped plants. The pot body is immersed in a water tank with a water depth of 3 cm once or twice a month, and the soaking time is controlled to 8- 1 - 2 minutes. After soaking in water, tilt the basin body to drain the stagnant water, and use bamboo chopsticks to enhance air permeability in the basin soil hole. It is recommended to use tap water that has been dried for 2 days for water quality and water temperature control, and the difference between the water temperature and the ambient temperature should not exceed ±3℃. Collecting rainwater in the rainy season has a better effect for irrigation. Composed rice washing water (dilution ratio 1:20) can be added once a month to supplement trace elements. Common misunderstandings in watering white wax bonsai·Avoid watering during high temperatures at noon, which may burn the roots·Avoid long-term accumulation of water leading to root rot·Newly replaced plants need to control water for 7 days to promote serving the pot·During the modeling period, the lignification of branches and branches can be promoted by controlling water accurately grasping the watering timing and method, and cooperating with regular turning and changing soil (recommended 2 years/time) can keep the white wax bonsai in the best viewing state. Only by remembering the operating formula of "watering thoroughly but not leaking, and only when it dries will you see wet" and flexibly adjusting it based on the actual performance of the plants can we cultivate a high-quality bonsai with bright, oily leaves and vigorous branches.