I. Introduction. Bodhi, known as the "Tree of Enlightenment", not only has a profound cultural connotation, but its unique form and dense shade are also loved by gardening enthusiasts. However, it is not an easy task to successfully breed Bodhi. This article will give you a detailed analysis of the cultivation method of Bodhi to help you easily create healthy Bodhi plants.
2. Choose a suitable planting environment.
Light: Bodhi prefers a sunny environment, so you should choose a sunny location for planting.
Temperature: Bodhi adapts to a warm climate, and the suitable temperature for growing is between 20-30 degrees Celsius. When planting in northern regions, care should be taken to keep warm.
Humidity: Bodhi prefers a humid environment, and it is more appropriate to keep the air humidity between 60% and 80%. The air humidity can be increased by spraying water, setting up a water tray, etc.
3. Prepare suitable soil.
Texture: Bodhi prefers loose, well-drained soil. It is recommended to use a mixture of humus, peat and perlite.
Fertility: In order to meet the nutrients required for the growth of Bodhi, an appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer should be added to the soil.
4. Planting and management.
Watering: Keeping the soil moist is key to cultivating Bodhi. The principle of "seeing dry and wet" should be followed to avoid overwatering and causing water accumulation.
Fertilization: During the growing period, fertilizer should be applied to Bodhi regularly. It is recommended to use well-rotted organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer, and fertilize 1-2 times a month.
Pruning: In order to maintain the beauty of the Bodhi's form, pruning should be done regularly. Remove weak, diseased and long branches, and keep the canopy ventilated and light-transmitting.
Pest control: Regularly check the growth status of Bodhi, and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner once they are found. A combination of biological and chemical control can be used for control.
5. Methods of reproduction.
Seed propagation: Select plump seeds, soak them in warm water for 24 hours and sow them. Cover with a thin layer of soil, gently compact, and then water thoroughly. Keep the soil moist, and the seeds will germinate after 2-3 weeks.
Propagation by cuttings: Robust semi-lignified shoots are selected as cuttings, and segments with a length of about 10-15 cm are truncated. Insert cuttings into a well-permeable medium such as vermiculite or perlite to keep them moist. Generally, it can take root after 3-4 weeks.
6. Precautions.
Avoid overwatering: While Bodhi prefers a moist environment, overwatering can lead to root rot. Therefore, watering should be carried out according to the principle of "seeing dry and wet".
Proper fertilization: Excessive fertilizer can burn the plant, so it should be fertilized according to the recommended dosage and adjusted appropriately according to the growth of the plant.
Repot regularly: As your plant grows, you should regularly replace a larger pot to meet its growing space needs. When repotting, the root system can be pruned appropriately to remove old and diseased roots.
Pay attention to cold protection and warmth: The northern region is cold in winter, and warm measures should be taken to protect Bodhi from frost damage. Materials such as straw and plastic film can be used to keep warm.
Through the detailed analysis of the above six aspects, I believe you have mastered the key steps of breeding Bodhi. As long as you follow the methods described in this article and manage them, you can surely create healthy Bodhi plants with ease. I wish you success in farming!