Planting methods and precautions of golden balls

When to plant golden balls

The suitable cultivation period for golden balls is from November to April of the following year. Be careful not to let the digging time be too long, and keep the stump fresh. Grafting propagation is suitable before budding in early spring. The grafting time varies depending on the variety and region.

How to plant golden balls

The sowing propagation of golden balls is relatively simple. Harvest the fruits in time after they are ripe, take the seeds, put them in a ventilated place to dry, and soak the seeds in 30-50 degree hot water for 48 hours in early April. In addition to seed propagation, golden balls can also be propagated by cuttings.

Generally, after harvesting the fruits of the golden ball plant, it is necessary to remove the seeds in time, prepare them for germination, prepare loose, fertile and well-drained soil, cover them with a thin layer of soil after sowing, and maintain them in a semi-shaded environment. They will germinate soon. During the growth period, they need to be watered and fertilized frequently to meet the growth needs of the plant.

Maintenance of Golden Bullets

The golden ball likes a warm, humid, well-lit and ventilated environment. It is slightly tolerant to partial shade, not drought-tolerant, and relatively cold-resistant. It is a dioecious plant. When planting, attention should be paid to the matching of female and male plants to increase the fruit setting rate.

During the growing period, the golden ball plant should be placed in a sunny place for maintenance. A dark maintenance environment will affect fruit setting. Water it frequently to keep the soil moist, but avoid long-term water accumulation. When the temperature is high or the air is dry, spray water on the leaves to maintain a high air humidity for growth. Apply decomposed thin liquid fertilizer once a month, and apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers twice in July and August each year to promote fruit enlargement and bright color.

The golden ball has a strong germination ability, so pruning is necessary during the growing period. New branches and buds sprouting from the root trunk should be removed in time. All fruits should be removed in early March each year. Dead branches, diseased and insect-infested branches, thin branches, overly dense branches, crossing and overlapping branches and other unsightly branches should be cut off to maintain the beautiful shape of the bonsai tree. The pot should be changed every 2 to 3 years, usually in spring.