How to grow a potted ginkgo tree

Farming methods

Pot soil selection

For potted ginkgo, choose a suitable pot according to the location where it will be placed. However, due to the limitations of the flower pot, the growth of the root system is restricted, so you need to choose breathable, loose and fertile soil. You can use loose garden soil with some base fertilizer to grow ginkgo.

Light and temperature

Ginkgo likes light, so you can place it in a sunny place and make sure the air is unobstructed. In summer, be careful to avoid exposure to the sun and provide appropriate shade. The suitable temperature for growth is between 15℃ and 25℃. It is slightly cold-resistant and can overwinter outdoors, but it is best to bury the flowerpot.

Watering and fertilizing

The soil of ginkgo potted plants needs to be kept moist at ordinary times. It should not be too dry, nor too wet with water accumulation. Watering generally depends on the growth conditions of the plants. In the summer when it is hot and dry, the evaporation of water is relatively large, so watering is required every morning and evening. Watering needs to be reduced in autumn. Fertilization is generally done in thin layers during the growing season in spring and summer, and base fertilizer needs to be applied once in winter. If you want the branches and leaves to be lush, you can apply more nitrogen fertilizer. If you want the ginkgo to have more flowers and fruits, you can apply more phosphorus fertilizer.

Precautions

Pests and diseases

During the maintenance of ginkgo, there are fewer diseases and pests, but if the soil in the pot is too wet and there is water accumulation, it will cause root rot. Lack of fertilizer or high temperature will cause leaf blight. The main pests are the spiny moth, peach aphid, spider mites, and striped stem borer, etc., and prevention and control are required according to different pests.

Repotting

The root system of Ginkgo is relatively developed. If it is not repotted in time, it will affect the growth of the plant. You can repot it every two years, trim the roots and replace the soil with new soil.

prune

The main purpose of pruning ginkgo is to shape the plant. It can be pruned into various shapes according to personal preference, which is very ornamental.