How to make a bonsai of Cyperus rotundus

Bonsai Making

Basin

It is best to plant it in pots in February or March in spring. Spread a layer of coarse sand on the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage. Then choose sandy soil with good air permeability, fertility, excellent drainage, and rich nutrients required by Cyperus rotundus (Water Palm Bamboo) as the potting soil. Silver bamboo is more suitable for expressing group beauty, so rectangular or oval purple clay pots or glazed pottery pots are more appropriate when choosing landscape pots.

modeling

Bamboo is often used to express group beauty because of its sparseness and elegance. Therefore, the configuration should be uneven and appropriate in density. Alternating between bamboo and rocks is common in bamboo bonsai. The height of bamboo bonsai is most commonly controlled by pruning, and watering can also be adjusted to make it dwarfed.

Bonsai maintenance

Watering

The bonsai of Cyperus rotundus is highly dependent on water, so it is necessary to water it more frequently during its growth period to prevent the leaves from drying out. Move the bonsai to a cool place in summer.

Fertilization

If bamboo bonsai lacks fertilizer, it will have an adverse effect on its growth. Therefore, pay attention to fertilization during the growing season, and normally apply light fertilizer once a month. (Specific circumstances vary according to local conditions)

prune

Cyperus rotundus (Water Palm Bamboo) grows very fast, so frequent pruning is necessary, otherwise it will affect its appearance.

Repotting

Repotting should be done every two or three years, preferably in spring.

Pest control

It is very important to prevent and control diseases and insect pests of Cyperus rotundus (Water Palm Bamboo), otherwise it will affect the beauty of the bamboo.

Following the above steps, a beautiful and healthy Cyperus rotundus (Water Palm Bamboo) bonsai will appear in front of you.