Production before modeling: ① It depends on what kind of black pine modeling. If it is a large bonsai, we can choose to use a rectangular or oval marble basin; If the shape is particularly like a cliff, we can sit in a deeper basin and let it take root firmly; (2) Black pine has no special requirements for soil quality, generally loose and ventilated sandy soil and eroded soil on the mountain can be used; ③ It is best to choose shorter old stumps for bonsai seedlings of Pinus thunbergii, then plant them, and then transplant them into pots after they are well developed; (4) When the seedlings of Pinus thunbergii are about to sprout, they should be transplanted into a pot for culture, preferably with soil, so that the seedlings can take root well in the pot.

Cliff-type black pine bonsai

Black pine modeling design: Black pine bonsai has many styles, such as upright, diagonal and cliff-like. After transplanting and rooting, the seedlings of Pinus thunbergii will grow new branches, so they can be pruned properly. It is mainly climbing, but because it has its own morphological characteristics, it is necessary to maintain its original ecological characteristics when pruning and climbing, and climb and bind according to the required shape on the basis of the original characteristics to achieve the final effect.

Inclined dry black pine bonsai

Post-management of Pinus thunbergii: When managing the bonsai of Pinus thunbergii, it should be cultivated in a well-lit environment, properly watered, not excessive, and it can be watered thoroughly for the first time, then the water should be controlled later, and the soil should be dried before watering; It is enough to fertilize twice a year during the growth of black pine; Prune bonsai every spring, pick new buds at the top and prune unnecessary branches. We usually turn the pots once when the seedlings of black pine grow to four or five years, and change the size of the pots according to the growth.