Pine needle tree bonsai can be made by thinning leaves and cutting buds, also known as short leaf method. The main reason is that its needles are very long and its ornamental value is not so high. If you want to make pine needles into beautiful bonsai, you should try to shorten its needles. The best time to shorten needles is in winter, because plants are dormant at this time and suffer less damage.

Maintenance method of pine needle tree bonsai

1. Lighting pine needle tree bonsai has different requirements for lighting at different times of the year. In spring, autumn and winter, it takes about 3-4 hours to receive direct sunlight every day. After entering summer, it needs shading treatment. Direct sunlight is unacceptable, so you should receive it in moderation. 2. Pine needle bonsai is drought-tolerant, but it should not be watered for a long time. Water every 3-4 days in spring and autumn. After entering summer, the water demand increases, and water can be poured once every 1-2 days. As long as the soil is moist, there is little demand for water in winter. It is recommended to water once a week. 3. Fertilization The demand for fertilizer for pine needle tree bonsai is not large, but in order to make bonsai grow well, a small amount of fertilizer needs to be given during the growing season. The fertilizer can be self-made organic fertilizer, bone powder or egg shell powder. In addition, fertilizer can be added once in September -65438+ 10. 4. Pruning method If you want pine needles to grow well, it is very important to do a good job of pruning. Different pruning methods are needed in different time periods. For example, January is the best time to transform and wind aluminum wires. In July and August, we should reduce buds and prune old branches and buds; September-165438+ 10, the old yellow needle should be peeled; From June to 65438+February, dense and ugly branches and leaves can be pruned.

Matters needing attention in maintenance of pine needle tree bonsai

Pine needle tree bonsai is suitable for planting in loose, fertile and well-drained soil. Pay attention to the principle of thin fertilizer and diligent application when fertilizing. You can't use thick fertilizer or raw fertilizer. When the weather is fine, it is best to do it in the afternoon when the soil is dry. If there are pests and diseases in the growing period, it is necessary to prevent them in time.