What are the cultivation methods and precautions of Malus truncatum

The crabapple is a very easy to grow and beautiful flower. It is relatively simple to maintain. Many flower lovers will make it into a unique and beautiful bonsai. Its flowers in spring are as beautiful as plum blossoms.

Cultivation method of Malus truncatum

1. Soil preparation

The crabapple has a wide adaptability to soil. When planted in the yard, ordinary garden soil will do. If it is grown in a potted plant, loose, breathable, slightly acidic soil must be provided. For example, leaf mold, garden soil, and river sand can be mixed evenly in a certain proportion as culture soil. You can also add a small amount of decomposed organic fertilizer into the culture soil.

2. Lighting requirements

The crabapple tree loves sunlight very much. It needs to be moved to a place with sufficient sunlight and maintained with sufficient light to promote the normal opening of the flower buds. If it is placed in a dark place for a long time, its branches and leaves will grow too long, which is not conducive to flowering.

3. Sufficient water

Do not water the Begonia too much as it is not tolerant to waterlogging. During the early spring when the plant is growing flower buds, it is necessary to water it reasonably. Generally, wait until the surface of the potting soil is dry, then water it in time. The potting soil should not be too moist, otherwise it will easily cause the flowers to wither.

4. Fertilize regularly

When planting crabapple, you can apply decomposed organic fertilizer and apply compound fertilizer once a month during the growth period, which can make the plant grow very vigorously. In order to make it bloom more, you can apply some fertilizers with high phosphorus and potassium content before flowering.

5. Pruning branches

The crabapple tree grows fast and grows many long branches during its growth period, which not only affects the beauty of the tree shape, but also reduces the amount of flowering. Therefore, after the flowering period, some long and tall branches should be cut short to allow it to sprout new branches, which will also enable it to bloom more next year.

Matters Needing Attention in the Maintenance of Begonia

The crabapple tree cannot tolerate strong light, so it needs to be properly shaded in the summer. Although it likes sunlight, the sunlight is too strong in the summer and will burn its leaves. The potted plant can be moved to an environment with scattered light for maintenance, and it can be exposed to more sunlight in other seasons.

During the growth period of the Chinese Crabapple, do not let the soil in the pot be too dry or too humid. The temperature is high in summer and the water evaporates quickly, so you can water it in the morning and evening. After the plant goes dormant in winter, reduce watering and keep the soil in the pot slightly drier.