How to raise juniper bonsai methods and matters needing attention in potted culture of juniper

Many flower lovers like juniper, because it represents a person's noble character. In fact, from its role, it is evergreen all the year round, and its position in landscaping is also indispensable; as a bonsai, the ornamental effect of indoor culture is also very good. Well, since so many people like juniper bonsai, the editor will introduce its breeding method to you today.

How to raise juniper bonsai

First of all, to prune the branches of juniper, the key is to prune the roots and branches, the root pruning is to reduce the growth range of the roots, to prepare for the later potting, and to prune the branches is also for better potting. As for how to trim juniper should be decided according to the actual situation of juniper and the size of the flowerpot prepared by the main body, but it should be noted that When pruning branches, you must not trim off too many branches and leaves, which is not conducive to the survival of juniper.

In addition, it should be noted that it is necessary to protect its withered branches and dry branches during construction, which will be more selective in the future modeling.

After construction, attention should be paid to maintaining the temperature and humidity of juniper growth, which is more conducive to improving the survival rate. When juniper begins to grow new buds around April, the normal growth and culture process can be carried out. Basically, at this time, you can determine whether juniper has survived.

Methods of potted culture of juniper and matters needing attention

I. Culture methods

1. Temperature

Juniper is a kind of plant with strong adaptability, it is both cold-tolerant and drought-tolerant, but compared with juniper, juniper can not adapt to the muggy environment, so the best suitable growth temperature of juniper is about 15 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius.

2. Sunshine

Juniper is a more sunny environment, but it can not be exposed to the sun, direct exposure, the most suitable growth environment is the semi-shady environment.

3. Fertilization

Juniper has a strong demand for fertilizer, so we should often fertilize juniper, or directly add nutrients to its growth matrix, so as to better promote the growth of juniper.

4. Moisture

Watering should be carried out in spring and summer to ensure that the soil is moist, and in summer, watering should be done frequently, but be careful not to pour too much water, resulting in stagnant water. Spray can be used to maintain humidity on the leaves, and watering in winter can be reduced by an appropriate amount.

II. Points for attention

1. Pruning

When the plant is dormant and stops growing in winter, the diseased branches, weak branches, dead branches and insect branches of the plant should be pruned.

2. Growth environment

Juniper doesn't like the growing environment that is too wet, while juniper prefers slightly moist and slightly dry environment.

How to trim juniper bonsai

1. Pick the bud

Picking buds for juniper can adjust the tree potential of the whole plant and promote the growth of branches and leaves. Juniper plant growth is exuberant, but not very uniform, generally the upper part of the branches and leaves are luxuriant, the leaves are more concentrated, the lower part of the growth is worse, the leaves are also less. So at this time to pay attention to bud picking, bud picking is generally carried out during the growth period, the bud can be removed directly by hand, or cut off the bud with scissors. It can be pruned at any time during the growing period.

2. Thinning branches

Juniper is easy to grow big and grow faster, but the branches are easy to become messy. Except for the branches retained during modeling without thinning, the rest of the new and messy branches should be properly pruned so that the remaining branches will grow well.

Propagation methods of juniper

1. Cutting

The most suitable time for cutting is in the late spring and early autumn, or in the early spring. First of all, the selection of cuttings should be robust, it is best to cut the branches of the year, cut off the branches and divide them into several segments, and pay attention to the smooth cut up and down. The substrate of cutting can choose nutritious soil, river sand and so on.

2. Sowing seeds

First of all, it is necessary to collect the seeds and select the seeds. The best seeds selected are the healthy seeds of that year. After disinfection, the seeds are washed with clean water, and the nutritious substrates are selected for sowing. After the seeds are treated, put the seeds evenly on the substrate, not too dense, then cover the seeds with soil, and water the seeds after sowing. When watering, it is best to choose a spray watering tool to prevent the seeds from being washed out. In winter, they can be covered with plastic film, so that they can keep warm and moisturized. After the seeds germinate, the film should be opened and placed in a sunny place.

Juniper is a kind of tree with strong adaptability, and it is also very suitable for potted culture at home. Pruning the branches and leaves of juniper should be carried out in the daily maintenance. Proper pruning can reduce the lack of nutrients and diseases and insect pests and make the plant grow more luxuriantly.