Milan bonsai is a great way to grow your home, not only because of its fragrance, but also because it adds a natural vibrancy to the interior. However, for Milan bonsai to thrive, certain conservation skills are required. Let's take a look at the maintenance methods of Milan bonsai!
1. Pot selection and soil mixing.
Choose flower pots with good air permeability, such as tile pots, ceramic pots, etc. At the same time, there should be drainage holes at the bottom of the basin to prevent water accumulation. Milan prefers acidic soils with good air permeability, so we can choose humus, garden soil and sandy soil in a ratio of 3:2:1, and then add an appropriate amount of rotting organic fertilizer to provide sufficient nutrients for Milan.
2. Potting and repotting.
When buying Milan seedlings, you should choose seedlings with well-developed root systems and strong plants. Before potting, cut off the weak roots of the seedlings and spread a layer of coarse sand or vermiculite at the bottom of the pot to drain the water. Fill the pot with the mixed soil, then put the seedlings in the pot and fix it with soil. After potting, it should be watered thoroughly immediately and then placed in a well-ventilated place for maintenance.
As the plant grows, it needs to be repotted every 1-2 years. The best time to repot is in spring or autumn, when Milan is dormant and has little effect on its growth. When repotting, remove the Milan from the old pot, prune the roots and put it in the new pot, add new soil and compact. After changing pots, water thoroughly and strengthen ventilation.
3. Light and temperature.
Milan loves a lot of sunshine and should be placed in a sunny place. Lack of light can lead to poor plant growth and yellowing and loss of leaves. In the summer high temperature, it should be properly shaded and avoid exposure to the sun. The suitable growing temperature in Milan is 20-30 °C, and the room temperature should be kept above 10 in winter to avoid frost damage.
4. Watering and fertilizing.
Milan prefers a humid environment, but avoids stagnant water. When watering, you should follow the principle of "see dry and wet", that is, wait until the surface of the soil is white before watering. When watering, use soft water and avoid hard water or water that contains salt. During the growing period, well-rotted organic fertilizers such as bean cakes, chicken manure, etc., can be used once a week. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be added before flowering to promote the flourishing of flowers.
5. Pruning and propagation.
In order to maintain the beautiful shape of the plant in Milan, it is necessary to prune it at the right time. When pruning, cut the excessively long branches short to make the plant compact. At the same time, cut off diseased and weak branches to keep the plant healthy. After pruning, fertilizer and water management should be strengthened to promote the growth of new branches.
Cuttings and striping are commonly used in Milan for propagation. The cuttings method is to select semi-lignified branches for cuttings in the peak growing season, keep them moist and place them in a cool place for maintenance. The stripping method is to select strong branches in the spring and peel them ring, press them into the soil, keep them moist and cover with film, and cut them off and transplant them after rooting.
The above is an introduction to the maintenance methods of Milan bonsai. As long as you master these skills, you can believe that your Milan bonsai will thrive, bringing you fresh air and a beautiful home environment!