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Shaping Methods and Techniques for Group-Planted Bonsai
Group planting (group planting) is the original appearance of a forest; it can be a pure stand or a mixed forest, all made freely according to each person's preference and choice. Its only biggest difference from the connected-root style is that every tree exists independently on its own
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Detailed Explanation of the Shaping Techniques and Methods for Cascade-Style Bonsai
Cascade style can be considered the style that bonsai artists favor most in the bonsai world, yet they often find their ability falling short of their wishes, finding it difficult to express the unique character of cascade forms in nature. What is the reason? Based on my personal exploration over many years, the main reason ordinary artists rarely produce even one or two fine pieces is none other than their reliance on excavating natural material.
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How to shape a formal upright bonsai? Detailed methods and techniques
The formal upright style is the most common form in bonsai creation, because the vast majority of bonsai materials can be made into the formal upright style, especially collected tree material, which is found everywhere. However, creating an excellent formal upright bonsai is truly not easy, since it is hard to find material of superior quality when collecting from the wild.
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A Detailed Explanation of the Styling Methods and Techniques for the Cascade-on-the-Ground Style of Bonsai
The cascade-on-the-ground style and the slanting style are related; the so-called kinship only refers to the related effect of one following on after another. If a slanted tree cannot be fixed and stabilized, it will eventually topple over completely because of loss of balance. In woodland areas, large trees of this kind of form are generally commonly seen lying across the ground. Speaking of this, I would like to talk about a digression.
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A detailed guide to the seedling and cultivation methods of pennywort bonsai, easy enough for beginners to learn
Pennywort (Hydrocotyle vulgaris) is not strict about water quality and can be cultivated in freshwater with lower hardness; salinity should not be too high. The pH of the water is best kept between 6.5 and 7.0, that is, slightly acidic to neutral. It has a relatively high demand for fertilizer, and during the vigorous growth stage it is enough to apply fertilizer once every 2~3 weeks
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Detailed Explanation of Techniques and Methods for Shaping and Styling Begonia Bonsai
Begonia shaping and processing often combines wiring and pruning, and the processing period is best from after leaf drop in winter to before bud break in spring. During the plum rain period, new branches have grown relatively mature and the branches are quite flexible, so it is also suitable for pruning and wiring. Seedlings 2 to 3 years old can begin to be processed; at this stage they are highly malleable and easier to work with
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How to water a fernleaf hedge bamboo bonsai? Detailed explanation of watering methods for cultivation
During the growing season, fernleaf hedge bamboo should be watered moderately, keeping the potting soil moist. Water as soon as it is half dry; standing water should be avoided. In summer, water should be sprayed on the branches and leaves frequently. In winter, the amount of water should be reduced, watering once every 4 to 5 days or so, and the plant should be placed in a sunny spot for care. Water is an important factor for vigorous growth of fernleaf hedge bamboo. The nutrients applied to the soil
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How to fertilize a fernleaf hedge bamboo bonsai? A detailed guide to cultivation and fertilization methods
Potted fernleaf hedge bamboo is suitable for decorating halls, offices or conference rooms and other places, elegant and beautiful. Small potted plants, adorning home bedrooms and studies, small and exquisite, extremely lovely. It relatively prefers a warm and humid climate, likes light, and is also fairly shade-tolerant, not cold-tolerant, and in winter should not go below 5°C
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A Complete Guide to Bonsai Pruning Techniques and Methods
A tree-stump bonsai that has already been shaped by wire training or that has naturally good form will often grow many new branches. To maintain its perfect posture, the bonsai must be pruned regularly; otherwise it will gradually lose its layers, become out of proportion, and its tree form will become disordered. 1. Promptly prune away useless branches
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How to Fertilize Boxwood Bonsai? Detailed Guide to Fertilizing Methods and Techniques
Boxwood grows slowly and has low fertilizer requirements. Generally, fertilizing 1 to 2 times in spring and applying decomposed cake fertilizer water once in autumn is sufficient. You can spray a very dilute nitrogen fertilizer (urea dilution, 2000 times) on the leaves year-round, but never apply phosphorus or potassium fertilizer. For Chinese boxwood (Buxus sinica var. parvifolia), fertilization should mainly focus on root-area fertilizer
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