How to care for Australian fir bonsai

soil

Australian fir has very high requirements for soil. You need to choose soil with good drainage, which is especially good for the roots so that the roots will not be too wet and cause root rot. Then you have to choose slightly acidic sandy soil. Generally, when planting in pots, we will mix garden soil, soil from rotten leaves, and peat moss to form a good matrix to meet the needs of the roots and allow them to survive better.

Watering

During the period from spring to autumn, you should remember to water the Australian fir more often, but be sure not to allow water to accumulate in the pot. When the temperature is high and the weather is dry, you should spray water on the plants in the pots and the ground nearby to lower the temperature and increase the humidity. Watering must be done in a timely manner. Do not wait until the soil is very dry before watering. At the end of autumn, start to slowly reduce the amount of watering to enhance its resistance to cold.

illumination

Australian fir prefers diffuse light, so it is better to place it in a brighter place in the shed. If it is kept in the shade for a long time, you should move it to the sun every few weeks and expose it to appropriate sunlight to keep the leaves dark green and have a good gloss.

temperature

Its growing season is relatively long. Except for the summer when the temperature exceeds 32°, it can grow all year round.

Fertilization

During the growing season, additional fertilizer should be applied every two weeks, and compound fertilizer containing nitrogen and potassium is most suitable. Insufficient fertilizer will cause the leaves to turn yellow.

Pest and disease control

The island cedar rarely suffers from diseases and insect damage. When we keep it indoors, we often encounter scale insects that harm it. At this time, we can use appropriate agents, add an appropriate amount of water, and spray it regularly to kill these insects.