Pomegranate has emerald green leaves, bright flowers and lovely fruits. Many florists make it into ornamental bonsai. How to cut pomegranate bonsai? First, choose a suitable time for cutting, then prepare the cuttings and appropriate potting soil, and finally take the cuttings and maintain them to take root. Of course, becoming a bonsai requires certain maintenance. 1. Cutting method of pomegranate bonsai

1. Cutting time

When cutting pomegranate bonsai, it is best to choose spring and autumn. Late March in spring is more suitable for cuttings, while autumn is more suitable in October to November. Relatively speaking, in autumn, because the plants accumulate more nutrients and the temperature is more suitable, it is more suitable for rooting, but it is prone to frost damage.

2. Prune cuttings

Generally speaking, pomegranate flower cuttings will be made from young branches of the current year, so that the survival rate is higher. But if you are cutting it into a small potted plant, it is best to use pomegranate branches that are more than 3 years old. This way, after the cutting is completed, the plant will not grow easily and will bloom and bear fruit earlier, making it more suitable for pomegranate bonsai.

3. Prepare pot soil

If you want to create a suitable pomegranate bonsai, you must also put a lot of effort into the flower pot, which is suitable for small pomegranate plants. The flower pots are generally shallow pots with a relatively large mouth, which is conducive to the growth of the pomegranate plant's root system. If it is well maintained, it can also allow the roots to grow out of the soil, making it more ornamental. This flowerpot can be used directly as a container for cuttings, or it can be transplanted after the cuttings have taken root. The soil used for cuttings must be loose and breathable, while the soil used for cultivation must not only be fertile and loose, but also have a certain degree of water retention.

4. Reasonable cutting

When cutting, trim the bottom ends of the prepared pomegranate branches and leaves into a horseshoe shape, and then cut off the lower ends of the branches. Leaves to avoid consuming too much water and nutrients, then insert the branches into moist sandy soil, water and moisturize.

5. Maintenance and rooting

In order to make the pomegranate flower cuttings take root faster, you can cover the cutting container with a layer of plastic film and place it in the Keep it warm and moisturized in a semi-shady area, and roots will grow in about a month. When 5 to 6 leaves have grown, they can be transplanted into pots. Plant it in a prepared flowerpot, and with proper maintenance, it can become a beautiful bonsai. 2. Maintenance skills of pomegranate bonsai

1. Pruning and shaping

Now that you know how to cut pomegranate bonsai, if you want to become a bonsai, you must first learn how to cut it properly. Pruning and maintenance. The pomegranate tree has a very strong germination ability, so you are not afraid of pruning. After the pomegranate bonsai has grown and taken shape, you can prune it into the shape you want according to the shape of the plant. Regular pruning and maintenance are required in daily life. Cutting off some branches that are too dense, too long, and diseased and weak can also promote the growth of the plant.

2. Change pots regularly

Pomegranate bonsai usually needs to be repotted once every 2 to 3 years. It is appropriate to change to a slightly larger pot and fertile soil. In loose new soil, it is best to repot before budding in spring. After repotting and adapting, the pomegranate plants will grow better.

3. Appropriate amount of water and fertilizer

In spring and autumn, you can water once every 2 to 3 days, and in summer, you can water once a day. In winter, keep the potting soil slightly dry and water it once a week or so. If you want your pomegranate bonsai to grow faster, you can apply some nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer at the appropriate time. When changing pots, you can apply some phosphorus fertilizer to promote root growth. Apply more nitrogen fertilizer during the growth period to promote the growth of branches and leaves. Apply more phosphorus and potassium fertilizer before the flowering period to promote flowering. Fertilizer cannot be applied during the flowering and fruiting period to avoid affecting fruit bearing.

4. Light temperature

Pomegranate bonsai can receive full sunlight during its growth period, and the more sunlight, the more flowers will bloom, the better. The most suitable temperature for pomegranate growth is around 15-20°C. When the temperature is high in summer, it needs appropriate shade to cool down. In winter, it is best to move it indoors for the winter. Pomegranates are relatively cold-resistant and generally will not suffer from frostbite.

Conclusion: After reading the above content, I believe everyone should know how to cut and maintain pomegranate bonsai. When cutting, it is best to choose branches that are more than 3 years old, so that the grown bonsai will have more ornamental value.