Cultivation methods and precautions of Babaoshu

Basin

The bonsai tree usually uses a 15 to 20 cm flowerpot. Some broken bricks and tiles need to be placed under the flowerpot to increase drainage.

illumination

In summer, the eight-treasure tree needs to be shaded by 70% of the sunshade net to prevent the strong sunlight from burning the leaves.

Watering

The eight-treasure tree prefers humid air and soil with sufficient water, so when growing the eight-treasure tree, be sure to keep the soil moist and water it in time. Avoid watering when the soil is dry. If the weather is too dry, it is necessary to spray water in the air near the eight-treasure tree.

Fertilization

During the growth period of the eight treasure tree, it needs to be fertilized every half a month. High potassium nitrate fertilizer can be used to promote the growth of the plant.

prune

When the eight-treasure tree grows long branches, pay attention to timely pruning and shaping. The shape of young plants of the Chinese hollyhock tree is mainly shaped by light pruning and thinning. When the old plants are too big. It's time to re-prune.

Repotting

Young plants of the Chinese hollyhock tree need to be repotted in the spring of each year. After they reach adulthood, they only need to be repotted every two years.