How can pomegranate seeds grow into small bonsai? What are the main points of maintenance?

Pomegranate is a very popular fruit, rich in vitamin C, which kills the vitamin C content in apples. The flesh of pomegranate is different from that of other fruits. The pomegranate seeds wrapped in the outer skin are wrapped in pulp, and the juice is very sweet. Can the pomegranate seeds that many friends spit out after eating pomegranate meat be planted? How to grow into a small bonsai? What are the main points of maintenance?

First, how can pomegranate seeds grow into small bonsai?

In the first step, because the pomegranate seeds are covered with a layer of flesh, it is impossible to grow in this way. we usually peel the pomegranates and put them all in a container and gently rub them with clean water. until the outer film is removed, the seeds are selected. Remember, in order to grow small pomegranate bonsai, we must clean up the floating layer of seeds, as long as those that sink under the water, because the seeds floating above are of poor quality, it is difficult for them to germinate in the soil.

The second step is to soak the selected pomegranate seeds in a bowl and soak them in clean water for about a week. During this period, the pomegranate seeds should be changed every day until the water quality becomes clear. These seeds can be planted.

The third step is to select the planting container, prepare the soil with good permeability and strong looseness, and plant the pomegranate seeds in the soil. During this period, the pomegranate seeds should be kept moist. Of course, there should not be too much stagnant water. Basically, the pomegranate seeds can be seen to sprout in half a month.

The fourth step is to wait quietly. Generally speaking, it will take at least five years for the planted pomegranate to bear fruit. The way of cutting is faster than the way of sowing, basically only three years.

Second, what are the key points of pomegranate bonsai maintenance?

After the pomegranate seeds germinate, if you want to grow into a small bonsai, you must do a good job in the maintenance work in the later stage, and no details can be careless.

1. Lighting

Pomegranate is not afraid of light, if you want to blossom and bear fruit on schedule, you must put bonsai in a sunny environment, especially in the early stage of pomegranate flowering, you must ensure 3-4 hours of light. Of course, if it is a hot, bright summer, we must do a good job of shading, which mainly refers to the noon season.

2. Watering

Pomegranate potted plant is relatively drought-tolerant, usually watering does not need too much, but when it comes to the period of vigorous growth, water demand is greatly increased, must be often watered to ensure normal flowering and fruiting period. Watering should be determined according to the season and the wettability of the basin soil, the amount of water can be reduced in winter, do not let the basin soil excessive stagnant water, otherwise there will be root rot phenomenon.

3. Fertilization

The exuberant growth period of pomegranate needs topdressing, especially if you want pomegranate potted plants to grow vigorously, you can apply fertilizer once every half a month. Usually pay attention to fertilization concentration is not too high, otherwise there will be root burning phenomenon.

Finally, if you want the pomegranate potted plant to grow and enjoy, proper pruning is necessary. We should pay attention to pruning skills and wound treatment.