How to Grow a Yew Podocarpus Bonsai? Cultivation Methods and Precautions

The yew podocarpus is a rare species, and its distribution worldwide is very uncommon. The yew podocarpus is an evergreen tree, and the plant's form is also very graceful, with very high ornamental value. It is very suitable for bonsai and is deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. However, many flower enthusiasts find after buying one that they do not know how to grow it. Next, the editor will share some cultivation experience with everyone.

How to Grow a Yew Podocarpus Bonsai

1. Watering the bonsai

The yew podocarpus bonsai likes a moist growing environment and is not tolerant of waterlogging. During high temperatures in summer, it should be watered more, and at the same time water should be sprayed on the leaf surfaces to maintain a humid growing environment. Avoid rain exposure. In winter, the frequency of watering should be reduced, and the principle should be not to water if not dry, and to water thoroughly when watering.

2. Fertilizing the bonsai

The yew podocarpus has low fertilizer requirements, and it is best to apply more frequently in small amounts. During the growing season, some rapeseed fertilizer and nitrogen fertilizer should be applied to the yew podocarpus. Apply rapeseed cake fertilizer once every half month, so that the yew podocarpus bonsai grows more luxuriantly.

3. Pruning the bonsai

Every year in February, the yew podocarpus bonsai should be pruned, because February is the season when the yew podocarpus bonsai begins to sprout, which has a great effect on the growth period of the yew podocarpus bonsai. It is not suitable to prune during the growing season.

Cultivation Methods and Precautions for Potted Yew Podocarpus

I. Cultivation Methods

1. Soil

The yew podocarpus requires soil pH between 5.5-7.0. Loose, moist, well-drained, fertile acidic sandy soil with high organic matter content is best. Garden soil, peat soil, and sand can be mixed together, plus a small amount of decomposed organic fertilizer.

2. Light

The yew podocarpus likes cool shade and should be properly shaded to avoid direct sunlight, so as to prevent water evaporation, which can cause branches and leaves to dehydrate and leaves to dry up. In summer, it should be placed indoors, and in the evening it can be placed on a windowsill for ventilation.

3. Watering

The yew podocarpus should be watered more during the growing season and less during the dormant period. Specifically, water once every 5-7 days in spring and autumn, once every 3-5 days in summer, and once every 7-10 days in winter with thorough watering. At the same time, it should also be determined according to the actual growth conditions.

4. Fertilizing

When growing the yew podocarpus, it should be fertilized in a timely manner. Use 0.2 jin of organic fertilizer and 0.02 jin of compound fertilizer per plant, and at the same time some farmyard manure, cake fertilizer, etc. can be added.

5. Temperature

The yew podocarpus likes a cool and moist climate environment and can withstand low temperatures of minus 30°C. The most suitable growing temperature is 20-25°C. In winter, no excessive warming measures are needed, and in summer when the temperature is too high, attention should be paid to shading.

II. Precautions

1. The yew podocarpus is best planted before sprouting in late winter and early spring, and large seedlings need to be kept with a soil ball. In daily maintenance and management, the soil should often be loosened, weeds removed, fertilizer applied, and irrigation carried out, and dead branches and fallen leaves should be spread around the roots to help maintain the acidity of the soil.

2. When watering a potted yew podocarpus, be sure to pay attention to water quality. For watering flower pots, natural rainwater is best, followed by clean flowing river water and lake water. If well water must be used, be sure to pay attention to water quality. In particular, well water in northern regions is often too alkaline, which is not conducive to the growth of the yew podocarpus. Next is water temperature. The water temperature for watering potted flowers should be basically close to the air temperature.

3. When growing the yew podocarpus, be sure to pay attention to pruning. Only in this way will the yew podocarpus that grows out look good.

What to Do If the Yew Podocarpus Drops Leaves

1. Caused by watering. When watering, it should be judged according to the condition of the potting soil. When the surface of the potting soil turns yellow-white and the leaves curl slightly, do not rush to water it; just spray it a little. If you are growing it indoors, it is best to water once every 20 to 25 days. If you are growing it outdoors, it is best to water once every 15 to 20 days. If there is heavy rain, watering needs to be paused and the accumulated water in the pot drained out. If leaf-drop symptoms have already appeared, then we can replace it with new flower soil that has no accumulated water.

2. Caused by not pruning for a long time. Part of the excess lower branches and leaves can be cut off. When pruning, it can be trimmed into many shapes, such as umbrella-shaped, round, etc. Pruning in this way can greatly reduce the consumption of nutrients by branches and leaves, allowing the root system to begin normal growth, and the leaves will no longer drop. In addition, in order to keep the yew podocarpus in a perfect shape, its terminal buds and some side branches can also be properly removed.

3. Caused by pests and diseases. We should spray some medicines for treatment to prevent the spread of pests and diseases.

How to Water the Yew Podocarpus

1. Watering method

During the growing season, the yew podocarpus needs sufficient water. At this time, it should be watered more. During the winter dormant period, it should be watered less, because the plant's growth basically stops and its water absorption capacity declines. In spring and autumn, generally water once about every 7 days. In summer, water once about every 2-3 days. In addition to watering, the leaves should also often be sprayed with water mist, especially during high temperatures in summer.

2. Precautions

During the winter dormant period, watering should follow the principle of preferring dry over wet. The watering temperature should be similar to the ambient temperature, and the temperature difference should not be too large. Do not water too frequently or in large amounts, as this will cause root rot.

That is all for now on the cultivation methods of the yew podocarpus. We hope it is helpful to everyone. The yew podocarpus has a very long history, and many literati and poets have composed poems and couplets for it. But what is most pleasing to see is still its bright red fruit. Friends who like it should get started right away.