Beginners can also learn the skills of pruning bonsai.

You may wonder why they need to be pruned.

In fact, there are three advantages to pruning bonsai regularly.

1. Let the trunk and main branches of the plant grow better, so that the shape will be more beautiful.

2, let the leaves on the branches grow evenly, do not let some leaves too large, seize the nutrition of other leaves, thus affecting the appearance

3. Reducing the top advantage is conducive to promoting the growth of bottom leaves and branches.

The following four plants are pruned and illustrated, Let's go~

1

Metasequoia

This is Metasequoia, before pruning.

Because Metasequoia glyptostroboides grows luxuriantly, and the root system is developed, the root will easily grow too much. So when we trim later, for aesthetic reasons, we trim the leaves and clean the roots at the bottom.

This is the bottom comparison picture before and after pruning. Since the root system of Metasequoia glyptostroboides is developed, there is no need to worry about damaging the root system.

All right, now we're going to prune the leaves.

Because Metasequoia is a jungle style, the branches are straight up, so it will lead to the top of the leaves will grow developed

As shown in the picture, so to clean up this part, to remove the top advantage effect (Baidu can search for the concept of "top advantage")

There are many fine leaves on the branches near the bottom of the soil, which will also have a certain impact, so some of them should be removed.

Okay, cut!

We're going to make the first cut at the top, lowering the altitude first.

The top will cut until the height control is where it wants to be.

After pruning, the height is controlled, and then the small leaves at the bottom are cut open.

These small leaves generally affect the appearance, so these leaves should be cut as much as possible

After pruning, the lower part became fresh. (PS: Personal habits, do not like the bottom is not very refreshing ~~)

After pruning, I basically felt it

But there's something missing.

Right...

This position is flathead, not good-looking.

So let's make a top triangle.

With a little touch, it's done.

2

Banyan Tree

The leaves of this banyan tree are already very lush, and there are many weeds on the soil.

So, while you're pruning, you've got to get rid of the weeds.

Before we start pruning, we need to determine (or estimate) the shape of the banyan tree.

And we can see that the trunk is a

S-Type

After the leaves are removed, there are several main branches

Knock the key points: the trunk and main branches constitute the shape of the plant after pruning, everyone should pay attention to

This time, we'll start at the bottom.

First, weeds in the dirt.

Why get rid of weeds in the first place?

Sometimes, these weeds are too tall to block the trunk.

The main reason is that it is an eyesore!!

It is recommended that when pulling weeds, pull them by hand, so that they can be uprooted easily.

After cleaning, the mud surface is much cleaner

And then, we prune the next leaves along the trunk.

I'm going to pick the leaves from the main branch

The principle of pruning the leaves of the main branch is to prune them like clouds, piece by piece, and the pruned leaves and small branches of this main branch should be clustered to make them look good.

How to get together?

How to get together?

Even after pruning, leave no leaves where the trunk meets the main branch, so it looks dry

And then, in the same way, we deal with the other major branches.

At this time, I saw a main branch with a small branch growing downward.

Because of personal problems, I don't like downward growth of branches, I want branches are "thriving," so, I will cut this branch

All right, let's go ahead and prune the other branches.

Now, the main branch facing me here, I've trimmed it.

This is the back position.

This side is trimmed.

By now, the position below the head has been trimmed. At this time, the shape has basically come out.

There are several aspects to pay attention to when trimming the head

1, encounter new buds, even if this bud is very tender and beautiful, if it affects the appearance, resolutely cut it off

2, the top of the head can not be too large, too large will produce a top advantage, affecting the growth of leaves below the head

So, when you trim it, try to keep the head as small as possible.

And try to trim it into a ball

It looks better this way.

and then we're going to make the right adjustments.

Done!

In addition, the pruned leaves and branches will have branch sap flowing out, so after pruning the banyan tree, it is best to sprinkle the whole oh

3

Elm

Elm trees are pruned according to similar principles as banyan trees.

However, the difference between banyan trees and elm trees is that elm trees have a lot of twigs, so when pruning, pay attention to cleaning up twigs

We also started by pulling weeds.

And this image gives you a sense of the general shape of this elm tree.

OK, we'll break every major branch one by one.

Simple pruning, it looks like this.

OK, next branch

This branch is also complete.

These are some small branches near the trunk. Since they will affect the overall appearance, I will cut off these small branches.

After the two main branches at the bottom are trimmed, the bottom begins to take shape

Then there are the three main branches above.

This is what it looks like after it's trimmed.

Everyone will think, this cut will become bald?

The answer is: Don't worry, elm trees sprout well and can withstand pruning, so pruning is healthier

The head should also be cut into a round shape, and not too big.

After the head is trimmed, it's almost done

and then a simple touch up.

Simple trimming means that some small branches and leaves are not trimmed properly, and they need to be cleaned up again.

After trimming, take a selfie.

4

Camellia

The pruning of this plant is a little different from the first two.

To start with, trim the overgrown branches

Because these are too much! Get in the way! Eyes! That's it!

All right, let's get rid of the obstacles.

Fujian tea looks like this. There are too many leaves.

OK, we prune from the trunk and the leaves of the main branches to start processing

The leaf in the red circle is too close to the trunk, so I put it out.

This is what it looks like when it's trimmed.

The principle is to keep the leaves far from the trunk and kill the leaves too close to the trunk.

In the same way, we destroy the leaves near the trunk of the other major branches.

After processing, such trunk and main branch can be clearly identified

The head of this plant is not too big, so it can be simply trimmed.

the plant is pruned.

Some of you may have questions.

There was originally a relatively large branch in this position. Isn't it a pity to cut it off?

The answer is: no pity, because it affects beauty. So just cut it off.

Bonsai also has a pruning principle: pruning to be ruthless!

The above are the pruning instructions and tutorials for these plants, hoping to help everyone's daily maintenance.

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