When using tree roots as flowerpots, the impurities in the larger tree roots should be cleaned first, then disinfected, boiled in boiling water for several hours, trimmed and shaped with a knife and an electric drill, hollowed out all the middle parts, sanded and leveled at the bottom.

Method of digging holes in roots to make flowerpots 1, material selection

Making flowerpots from log materials such as tree roots can be beneficial to the growth of plant roots and improve the ornamental value. First of all, we should choose the big tree roots with moderate width as the flowerpot material, cut off all the dead and rotten roots on them, spray a proper amount of potassium permanganate solution and put them in a ventilated environment to dry.

2, high temperature disinfection

High temperature disinfection is an important condition for digging holes in the roots to make flowerpots, so as to avoid the invasion of bacteria. Basically, the roots are boiled in boiling water for 4-5 hours to kill the bacteria remaining in the roots, and then they are taken out to dry and coated with some vegetable oil to prevent them from rotting for a long time.

Step 3 trim the hole

After that, you should hollow out the inside of the root according to your own hobbies. Cut off all branches and corners that affect the appearance after hollowing out. After hollowing out, make a few small holes around the roots, mainly with an electric drill. You just need to ensure good ventilation, so that you can keep the interior smooth and tidy.

4. Post-processing

Put the perforated root in a ventilated place, cut off the bark with a knife, and then polish it with some sandpaper to remove excess sawdust. You can also trim the roots into your favorite shape according to your own hobbies, and finally flatten the bottom with an awl to facilitate the placement of bonsai.