How to Care for Honeysuckle Bonsai
This article brings you the knowledge of how to care for honeysuckle bonsai, honeysuckle planting techniques, and cultivation management of green plants and flowers, with the following specific introduction:
Honeysuckle not only has a pleasant name, symbolizing wealth and happiness, but it is also highly ornamental, which is why you can often see honeysuckle potted plants in many people's homes. Before cultivating, it is first necessary to prepare a tree stump with well-developed roots, a compact and short shape, and a layer of sandy loam soil that is relatively deep. In daily maintenance, when the potting soil becomes dry and white, it is necessary to water thoroughly; before the bud formation, apply more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, and during the period when the branches stop growing and the buds are forming, apply an appropriate amount of nitrogen fertilizer; it is also necessary to trim the weak branches, withered old branches, basal branches, and old branches promptly. In addition, every two to three years, it is necessary to repot and do a good job in the prevention and control of diseases and pests. Next, we will introduce the selection of tree stumps, fertilization and watering management, shaping and pruning, and precautions from these four aspects.
I. Tree Stump Selection
In order to make the bonsai more ornamental, when selecting materials for the bonsai, one should choose a tree stump with well-developed roots, a thick trunk, with curved changes, a compact and small shape, and a natural contraction transition. In addition, honeysuckle bonsai does not have high requirements for soil, and it is sufficient to choose sandy loam soil with a thick layer.
II. Fertilization and Watering Management
In order to dwarf the honeysuckle bonsai and make the vines mature and more ornamental, it is appropriate to reduce watering to avoid the situation of excessive growth. Generally speaking, watering can be done when the potting soil becomes dry and white, watering thoroughly at once, while paying attention to the accumulation of water in the pot to avoid root rot. In terms of fertilization, apply more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers before bud formation, and less or no nitrogen fertilizers, thereby promoting bud formation to increase the number of flowers; during the period when the branches stop growing and the buds are forming, an appropriate amount of nitrogen fertilizer should be applied to make the flowers large and colorful.
III. Shaping and Pruning
Proper pruning can make honeysuckle bonsai look better. It is necessary to trim the weak branches, withered old branches, basal branches, and old branches promptly, following the principle of light pruning for vigorous branches and strong pruning for weak branches.
IV. Precautions
Generally speaking, honeysuckle bonsai needs to be repotted every two to three years, as the roots have aged and the nutrients in the potting soil are also insufficient. Regular repotting can allow honeysuckle to grow in a better environment. In addition, although honeysuckle bonsai basically does not have diseases and pests during cultivation, a few plants may still have brown spot or powdery mildew, so it is still necessary to pay attention to treatment, and clear pests in a timely manner and do a good job in prevention and control.
The above sharing of how to care for honeysuckle bonsai and the specific introduction of honeysuckle planting techniques and cultivation management hope to bring some flower knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.