Yushu, also called Swallow's Palm, is a succulent plant with thick leaves and easy care. Generally, it is propagated by cutting, so it is very important to learn to trim and finalize the design. Yushu likes the light scattered by the sun, warm and cool environment, and doesn't like stagnant water. Be ventilated!
2. Bodhi tree
Bodhi tree is usually called fig tree, and it is also a natural excellent bonsai plant. It is a very tenacious plant, which grows quickly and has many air roots. Its bright heart-shaped leaves are its symbol, and of course the leaves will change color in autumn!
Bodhi trees like warm and humid environment and are not cold-resistant. Generally, they need 6 hours of light every day, and they need cold protection in winter!
3. Hirako
Flat branches often grow in crevices of rock cliffs. It is also a semi-deciduous shrub, which is very suitable for bonsai. Belongs to novice bonsai plants. It can persist in lasting green, like sunshine, and is more resistant to shade.
4, baobab tree
The trunk of baobab tree is very short, and the trunk is in the form of swollen roots, which is very suitable for bonsai. It likes a cool environment, easy to take care of, does not need much management, but it is not cold-resistant, and needs careful care in winter.
5. European beech
European beech, a magnificent large-scale bonsai, has a unique upright style. Its leaves turn yellow in autumn, but the growth rate is very slow. It likes plenty of sunshine and can't be exposed to the sun. Shade in summer! Details+
Five modeling skills of bonsai 1, straight dry type
Bonsai trees have only one trunk, and the trunk posture is basically upright or slightly curved, which is called straight. Bonsai trees with straight stems require that the best expression of roots must be that thick roots extend in all directions, so that trees appear solemn and stable and have indomitable spirit. Branches spread around, with rich layers and thick branches. Branches should be branched at the height of about 1/3 or about 2/3 of the trunk, and there should not be too many branches to avoid blocking the trunk. Let the trunk be exposed to show the standing and vitality of potted trees. The flowerpot should be shallow, and the planting position should be tree-shaped. Pay attention to the asymmetrical balance between the tree and the flowerpot. If the crown is an isosceles triangle, the planting position should be in the middle and back; If the crown is slightly equilateral triangle, the planting position should be slightly biased towards the short side of the triangle.
2. Bending dry type
A bent dry bonsai tree requires a certain degree of bending of the trunk, but not too much bending, one or two bending is enough. Avoid too monotonous repetition, otherwise there will be traces of human creation. Qu Gui is alive, which lies in the change of the main line, combining rigidity with softness, combining rigidity with softness, smooth lines and euphemism.
3. Inclined dry type
The inclination of tree trunks in nature is mostly caused by strong winds, landslides, landslides and other factors. Therefore, the morphological changes of trunk inclination are also very complicated, but one thing is that its trunk line is not a straight line, but various deformations of "S" shape. In nature, this posture of leaning trunk is reflected in tree bonsai, which we call oblique trunk type. The trunk of inclined stem bonsai materials must have various deformed "S" shapes. If the trunk leans to the right, there should be thick roots on the left, and the tip of the trunk turns up, just like the sloping bonsai material for many years. If the trunk is inclined and the trunk line is straight, it lacks charm and does not conform to the laws of nature Because there will be no strong wind every day, and the trees will continue to grow upwards.
4. Cliff style
The production of cliff bonsai focuses on the selection of materials, which requires that the base of the trunk of the material has a certain bending change so that the trunk or branches can span out or droop. Although cliff bonsai is popular, it must be considered according to the material conditions and follow the modeling principle of "adapting to the material".
Cliff bonsai used to be planted in flowerpots to compare the momentum of trees falling from a height. At present, plants are mostly planted in half-height square or round pots, and several high frames are used to create cliff momentum when arranging exhibitions. Its advantages are that it can improve the cultivation and management of trees that are not conducive to high-density management; In terms of viewing, the trinity of scenery, basin and shelf can be achieved, which is vividly displayed, thus making the picture transparent, harmonious and vivid.
5, double dry type
The double-trunk tree bonsai appears in the form of two trees combined together, which embodies the artistic aesthetic feeling of modesty and coordination, looking around and echoing, proper density and combination of reality and reality between the two trees, thus showing the realm of both form and spirit and scene blending.
The posture of the main tree is dominant, and the posture change of the trunk of the secondary tree is roughly similar or close to that of the main tree, forming a certain tacit understanding. If the posture changes of two tree trunks are completely different, it is difficult to produce harmonious beauty and should be avoided.
Planting two trees should have front and back, not parallel. Who comes first, depends on the specific situation. When planting, the trunk bases of two trees should be close, and the roots should be basically the same and cannot be separated. The included angle between the trunk extension directions of two trees should not be too large, and it is generally ideal within 45. If it is too big, the trunks of two trees may lose mutual echo and expectation.
The branch selection and adjustment of double trunk branches are complicated, so the two trees should be treated as a unified whole to achieve overall balance and stability, coordination between virtual and real, and orderly competition. Details+
Stump bonsai pine and cypress bonsai 1 conservation method, conservation environment
This plant has certain requirements for its growing environment, so everyone needs to put it in a sunny, ventilated and humid place. When placing, people should pay attention to raising the basin bottom to facilitate ventilation and drainage. When it is hot in midsummer, it must be placed in a cool and ventilated place, not exposed to the sun. In areas above -5℃ in winter, it can be put outdoors for wintering, and it is best to bury the pot in the soil in the leeward to expose the branches. If you put it indoors for the winter, the temperature should not be higher than 10℃, otherwise it will affect dormancy.
2. How to water it
In order to make the pine and cypress bonsai grow better, we should always observe the dry and wet conditions of the soil and choose the watering amount according to the actual situation. At the same time, the amount of watering depends on different specific tree species, seasonal changes and cold weather. Generally speaking, in summer or drought, it is best to water it once in the morning and evening, once every day or every other day in spring and autumn, and once in the morning and evening when the stump germinates in spring.
3. Fertilization management
When fertilizing, everyone should grasp the content and types of fertilization and grasp the fertilization season. Generally speaking, the three elements of plant growth nutrients are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, and nitrogen fertilizer can promote the growth of branches and leaves of stumps; Phosphate fertilizer can promote the formation of flowers and fruits; Potassium fertilizer can promote the growth of stems and roots, so the choice of fertilizer should be based on the type of stump and its growth trend.
How to maintain 1 and prevent freezing of miscellaneous wood bonsai is not prominent in the south, and most tree species overwinter outdoors. It should be noted that many people like to move bonsai back to their rooms to watch it in winter, and there is no sunshine for a long time. For most plants that like sunshine, tree gas will be damaged to some extent.
2, the problem of shelter from the wind is simple, that is, when stored outdoors in winter, try to store it in a sunny place, and plants are not easy to die in winter. Pay special attention to changing pots in early spring. Strong wind is easy to cause water shortage, and measures can be taken to slow it down by spraying water on plants, but it should be noted that water is only sprayed on plants and the soil should not be too wet.
3, watering problem, plants need water in the life cycle, too dry and easy to dry branches, too wet and easy to rot roots; Water at noon in winter and at night in summer (water can be supplemented in the morning); Pots can be poured directly, and small pots are best soaked; Watering in advance when the outdoor wintering cold current comes is of great benefit to improving the cold-proof ability of plants.
4. With regard to fertilization, we should grasp the principle of "applying more thin fertilizer and eating fewer meals". Tree spirits are weak, and you must not take "strong medicine". The key is to pay attention to the dilution ratio of fertilizer. It is best to use fermented organic fertilizer, which can effectively reduce the hardening of basin soil. There are many people who are too "hard", fertilize too frequently and maintain poorly, which leads to root rot.
5. Prevention and control of pests and diseases plays an important role in protection. For elm and other plants, we should pay special attention to pests with oily secretions such as aphids, which will affect photosynthesis. If it is found late, the consequences will be unimaginable. It is very effective to spray and wash leaves when killing insects in daily life. The key to medication is early prevention, and spraying insecticide once after spring. The weaker the plants grow, the weaker their resistance, and the more likely they are to get sick. Those who grow well often have fewer pests. Even if there are pests, they are often insects that eat leaves, and the harm is controllable. Only pests that eat tree juice are more terrible, because they are not found in time, so they need more attention.
6, the problem of combing branches, too dense branches affect ventilation and lighting, and branches with weak photosynthesis are easy to die. Plants are either flourishing or growing healthily. Leaves should be picked at the top of the crown to increase the light for growth.
Five bogeys for maintenance of leafy bonsai 1, avoid soaking in water.
Over-watering for a long time can easily cause the juice of plants to flow back to the soil due to dialysis, leading to plant withering and even death. Such as elm, goldfinch, Ilex cornuta, Pu Shu and boxwood, need special attention.
2, avoid acid, alkaline earth
China is bounded by Huaihe River, which is alkaline in the north and acidic in the south, acidic in the mountains and rivers and alkaline in the plains.
Soda or lime can be mixed into acidic soil in the south, and acidic fertilizer or multi-purpose agricultural organic fertilizer can be applied to alkaline soil in the north.
Step 3 avoid "moving the pot"
Each plant has a specific transplanting time, such as Phoebe bournei, Ilex cornuta and Paeonia suffruticosa.
4. Avoid excessive pruning
Some friends will over-prune branches and leaves in order to survive transplanting and tree pruning, which is no problem from common sense. But like conifers, excessive pruning will affect the germination of new buds.
5. Avoid random disinfection.
Don't use "potassium permanganate" and "chlorothalonil" for cycads and conifers, remember! Details+
Brief introduction of landscape bonsai varieties There is no water in the basin. There are soil and stones, and soil and stones often form a mountain shape. According to the mountain landform, continuous mountains, grassland trees or sand dune oases are formed. Although some dry pots do not use water, they use white fine stones instead of water, so this kind of bonsai is called dry pot water meaning. Dry bonsai, there is no water in the basin. The flatness, luster or reflection of the basin surface is often used to symbolize water.
Brief Introduction of Pot Bonsai Pot Bonsai is dominated by water stones, with rocks in the water. Pot Bonsai has large or deep pots, and sometimes there are small fish in the water. In the whole plane area of the basin, the bonsai whose water surface accounts for more than 6/ 10 is called a basin. It is mainly composed of water and rocks. When rocks are placed in water, it is especially suitable for flat lakes and wide rivers.
Introduction of flood and drought bonsai Flood and drought bonsai is the product of the combination of tree bonsai and landscape bonsai. It is a unique form of China bonsai. Flood and drought bonsai has a wide range of themes, rich scenery content and rich natural flavor, which is deeply loved by people. The production of flood and drought bonsai is more complicated, which requires producers to master the basic skills of trees and landscapes in order to be handy. Details+
Method of making stone bonsai 1
In the production of stone bonsai, trees and plants are planted between stones, their roots extend into the cracks of the stones, and their branches meander into caves or cluster on the stones, or hang under the stones or lean against them, so that strange stones and ancient trees complement each other and are full of fun.
Method 2 of making stone bonsai
There are two kinds of stone bonsai: water distribution and dry attachment. In the process of making stone-attached bonsai, loose stones, such as water-absorbing stones and sand stones, are often used for attaching stones, and newly-formed trees are often used to make holes where trees need to be planted. First, introduce the roots into the cave, fill the cave with broken mud, compact the soil and roots with a bamboo pole, spray the soil and stones through with a watering can, then put them in a shallow basin and put them in a cool place. Spray water on the stone trees every day to keep the humidity. After the tree sprouts, it can see the sunrise and gradually adapt to the sunshine.
Method 3 of making stone bonsai
In the production of stone bonsai, hard stones, such as Yingde stone (various textures), are often used to bury the roots in the crevices of people, and Fujian tea, elm, gypsophila paniculata and other tree species with long roots often use picking leaves, cleaning up the soil at the roots, introducing the roots into the crevices of the stones according to the texture of the stones, and then tying them with iron wires. In order to prevent the roots from being damaged, you can first pad the sawdust covered with rubber to make the roots closer to the crevices, then put the stone tree on the basin soil and bury the fine roots of the tree in the human soil. The initial curing method is like plastering stone, but don't let the west oblique sunlight shine directly on the root system of stone crevices, so as to avoid burning the root system after the stone absorbs heat.
Method of making stone bonsai 4
Generally speaking, banyan trees should be used as bonsai for bouldering. In the production of stone bonsai, plants can't be changed after being pasted with stones, so we must think carefully and choose the right stones and trees with the right shapes before making them. Details+
Root art bonsai 1 creation steps, collecting root art materials.
Root carving is natural and precious, and good root wood is not everywhere. Cliffs, mountains, rivers and even woodpiles of ordinary people are all raw materials with certain natural shapes.
2, peeling and cleaning
Fresh peeling method: wash the roots with water, leave them in the open air for 2-3 days, let the water in the roots evaporate, then pry them from the fracture with a knife and peel off the bark.
Soaking method: suitable for dry root materials that have been placed for a long time. The method is to soak the root material in water for several days until it can be peeled off. Be careful not to damage the roots and destroy the texture.
Dry peeling: soak the roots in water for several hours to soften the epidermis, and then peel them with the above tools, saving time and effort.
Many root artists have their own peeling methods. As long as the wood is not damaged or damaged less, producers do not have to stick to the above methods. Sometimes you can use it without peeling or keeping a part of the epidermis according to your creative needs.
Decay: mainly to remove the rotten parts that hide evil and accommodate evil. The purpose is to remove dirt and hidden insects and bacteria from the roots and increase the cleanliness and aesthetics of the materials.
3. The idea of modeling
Don't rush to carve, but carefully ponder and observe its shape according to your own life experience.
4. Carving and molding
After conception, you can start processing, cut off the extra roots, process the cross section into a natural cave with fire pouring, and process the convex surface into a tumor shape to achieve the effect of natural beauty. We should use abstract, exaggerated and hazy images to reflect the natural image of roots. Some roots are not full, you can choose the same root material for splicing, and the technique should be delicate and leave no traces.
Step 5 amend
Use coarse emery cloth to polish the root material, smooth the scar, and then use fine emery cloth to polish the surface to make it bright and recognizable. When polishing with emery cloth, the force should be even to avoid destroying its original color and texture.
6. color
The raw material for coloring is varnish, which can be applied to the root material repeatedly for three times. Practical root carving crafts, such as flowerpot stands and TV cabinets, can be put into ready mixed paint to make it antique. The last step is naming. A good root carving work with a good name can add a lot of value to it. Details+
Manufacturing steps of miniature bonsai 1, material selection
To make miniature bonsai, materials with small branches and leaves, easy to live in the pot, strange roots, gorgeous flowers and fruits and easy to shape are generally selected. Commonly used are Pinus pentaphylla, Podocarpus microphylla, Sabina vulgaris, Pinus thunbergii, Buxus macrophylla, Phyllostachys pubescens, Holly in the snow, asparagus, Bromus, Nandina domestica and so on. The above tree species can be obtained by cutting, sowing and dividing plants. Rapid prototyping can also dig out the stumps of Lycium barbarum, Caragana, Golden Bean, Wisteria, Scolopendra and Pyracantha in Shan Ye and plant them in pots after artistic modeling.
2. Modeling
Miniature bonsai should be made carefully. To be "intentional first", prepare the shape of the ancient wood in your chest. Before making, you should know the posture and habits of all kinds of trees like the back of your hand. The shape should be highly summarized, and according to the characteristics of the trunk, some finishing touches should be made appropriately to make it clear. Commonly used modeling methods include brown wire ligation, lead wire winding, branch folding, climbing and hanging, etc. Plastic surgery with lead wire winding method is very simple. Generally, tree shaping should be carried out in early spring. According to the thickness of the branch, lead wire with appropriate diameter is selected to wind the branch, and then the branch is bent into the required shape. When winding with lead wire, it must be close to the bark with moderate density, and the winding direction should make an angle of 45 with the diameter of the branch. 1 ~ 2 years later, the trunk is basically formed, and the lead wire can be removed. For those unnecessary messy branches, they should be truncated or removed.
3. On the washbasin
Trees should be transplanted from pottery pots to purple sand pots or glaze pots during plastic surgery. The shape, size and color of the basin must match the tree. Under normal circumstances, deep bucket basin is suitable for cliff type; Oval or shallow rectangular pots should be planted directly or obliquely; The round basin can be equipped with low coiled plants; Gao Qian type should be planted in polygonal shallow basin. In addition, the basin frame should be coordinated with the shape and color of the flowerpot and integrated into a complete artistic structure. There is a famous saying in the ancients that "one tree, two pots and three flower stands" appreciate potted art.
4. Maintenance
The maintenance of miniature bonsai especially needs to be thoughtful and meticulous. Pot soil should always be moist, dry and moist, or irrigated with pot immersion. Put it in a cool place in midsummer, and spray water on plants with a fine-hole watering can to keep a humid environment. During the growth period, thin fertilizer should be applied frequently, usually once every 10 day. Can fully decompose bean cake water, hoof water, etc. You can also apply full-element compound fertilizer, and the best fertilization method is pot leaching. Details+
Six methods of watering potted flowers 1, residual tea watering flowers and residual tea can not only keep soil moisture, but also supplement plants with nutrients such as nitrogen. But according to the humidity of the flowerpot, water it regularly and properly, instead of pouring the residual tea.
2, spoiled milk watering flowers After the spoiled milk, watering the flowers with water is conducive to the growth of flowers. But it's best to dilute it with more water. Unfermented milk is not suitable for watering flowers, because it will generate a lot of heat during fermentation and will "burn" roots (rotten roots).
3. Water the flowers with cold water. Watering flowers with cold water can make them flourish and promote their early flowering. If used to water asparagus, its branches and leaves can develop horizontally, short and dense.
4. Water the flowers with warm water. It is cool in winter, so it is advisable to water the flowers with warm water. It is best to keep the water indoors until it is close to room temperature. It is better that the water temperature can reach 35℃ before watering.
5, Taomi water watering flowers often use Taomi water to water Milan and other flowers, which can make them lush and colorful.
6. People who love to water flowers when no one is at home, if they are not at home for ten and a half months because of visiting relatives or going out to work, no one will water flowers. At this time, you can fill the plastic bag with water, make a small hole in the bottom of the bag with a needle and put it in a flowerpot. Small holes are connected to the soil, and water will slowly leak out to wet the soil. The size of the hole needs to be controlled to avoid water leakage too fast. Or put a container filled with cold water next to the flowerpot, and find a wide cloth strip with good water absorption. One end is put in the water in the container and the other end is put in the soil of the flowerpot, so that the soil can be kept moist for at least half a month and the flowers will not die. Details+
Planting steps of stone core potted avocado 1: wash the residual pulp on the seeds;
2. Insert the toothpick into the seed and put it in a container, so that half of the seed is soaked in water;
3. About a month, the seeds will slowly crack and then take root;
4. It will germinate in a few days;
Move the rooted seeds into the soil and take care of them carefully, and they will grow very tall in more than a month.
Mango planting step 1: after the ripe mango is eaten, leave the stone, wash and dry;
2, with scissors, cut from the edge of the stone, open the shell;
3. After opening the shell, take out the mango seeds inside;
4. Carefully peel off the brown film on the seed surface with a knife and soak it in water;
5. After a few days, the soaked seeds will germinate and can be planted;
6, choose your favorite utensils, plant mango seeds in the soil, pay attention to the germination part to be slightly exposed outside the soil;
7. Spread a layer of pebbles around the seeds and spray water every day to keep the soil moist;
8. In a week or so, the green leaves will grow! Details+