How to cultivate plum bonsai

1. Breeding conditions

1. Soil. Although plum blossoms are not very picky about the soil quality, you should choose loose and fertile soil, and do not water the bonsai frequently. The roots will have difficulty absorbing excess water, and drainage will be inconvenient, so the roots will easily rot. There is soil specially made for growing plum blossoms available for purchase on the market.

2. Temperature. Plum blossoms bloom in winter, which is the season when it grows most vigorously. Although it is not afraid of severe cold, it does not mean that it does not need light. If the light is insufficient, it will slow down photosynthesis, will not develop well, and will bloom less. It likes humidity, so if you place it indoors, keep it ventilated.

3. Humidity. If the plum blossom is still growing, water it appropriately. If it is hot in summer, you can spray water mist around it to ensure it has the humidity it needs. In summer, watering is generally required two or three times a day, while in spring and autumn it is relatively less, only once or twice. In winter, water the plant only when the pot is dry.

4. Fertilization. The plum blossom has strong vitality and does not need frequent care or frequent fertilization. If winter is coming, fertilize it once before that. If it is about to bloom, fertilize it once before that as well. If you plan to plant a new pot of plum blossoms, you must first prepare base fertilizer, which is the basic condition to ensure its healthy growth.

5. Repair. There are many benefits to pruning plum blossoms. First of all, removing the dead branches and leaves will make the plum blossoms more ornamental. Secondly, nutrients will not be wasted, otherwise the dead branches and leaves will take away the nutrients needed by the branches and trunks. So we have to remove these dead leaves and branches. If the plum blossom grows many branches, we also have to cut off some of them so that the nutrients can be used where they should be used.

6. Pests. Plum blossoms rarely have pests, but the possibility of insect infestation cannot be ruled out. If the plum blossoms in your home are unfortunately infested by pests, you can spray pesticides, but be sure to pay attention to the ratio of the solution, otherwise the plum blossoms themselves will be harmed and their petals will turn yellow. If the flowers are killed by spraying, the loss will outweigh the gain.

7. Diseases. If the plum blossom is affected by disease, the most common symptom is yellowing of the leaves and the whole tree looking listless. First, observe whether there are insect pests. If not, it is a disease. You can spray it with some nutrient solution. It is not necessary to spray it every day. Just spray it once every 7 days for about 30 days and it will be effective. And don't use too much, just make sure the flower is covered with it.

2. Precautions

When the weather is too hot in summer, it should not be exposed to the sun and should be properly protected.