How much does a Golden Bullet (Diospyros cathayensis) cost per pot? A detailed guide to growing methods

The scientific name of Golden Bullet is Bottle Orchid (Diospyros cathayensis); it gets its name because its fruit is round and small, looking like little bullets. Not only are its flowers beautiful, but its fruit is also very attractive, giving it high ornamental value. Many people like to keep a pot, so how much does a Golden Bullet cost per pot? What are its growing methods?

1. Introduction to Golden Bullet:

1. Is Golden Bullet poisonous?

Golden Bullet is slightly poisonous; eating it by mistake or in large amounts can cause diarrhea. Although it is similar to a persimmon, it is best not to eat it, so households with small children had best not plant it.

2. Can the fruit of Golden Bullet be eaten?

The fruit of Golden Bullet is somewhat toxic; eating it by mistake causes diarrhea, so it is best not to eat it. Even if it looks very tempting, never eat it.

2. How much does a Golden Bullet cost per pot?

Golden Bullet prices vary, generally around 15 to 180 yuan per pot, but prices differ somewhat depending on variety, market and size. For example, a small Golden Bullet costs about 25 yuan per pot, a large Golden Bullet costs several hundred yuan per pot, and an old-stump bonsai may cost over a thousand or even tens of thousands of yuan per pot, so the exact price still needs to be checked at your local flower market.

3. What are the growing methods for Golden Bullet?

1. Choosing potting soil and flower pots: What soil is suitable for planting?

Golden Bullet likes to grow in loose, fertile soil rich in organic matter, so when choosing soil, try to choose sandy soil for planting. Of course, you can also mix garden soil, leaf mold and sand into a nutrient soil for planting. In addition, Golden Bullet is suitable for making into stump bonsai, so when choosing a pot, try to use a relatively light-colored, medium-deep stone pot or purple clay pottery pot for planting.

2. Potting: How to pot it?

In spring, Golden Bullet seedlings can be planted into flower pots. Before planting, it is best to put some crushed stone or broken tiles at the bottom of the pot, then add a small amount of soil, straighten out the Golden Bullet root system and place it in the very center of the pot, then slowly cover with soil and press it firm, and finally water lightly and place it in a ventilated, sunny spot.

3. Potted management tips: What are the water and fertilizer requirements?

(1) Water requirements: Golden Bullet does not have high water requirements; just keep the soil moist. So in summer you can water more, and at other times determine the amount of water based on how dry or wet the potting soil is. When watering, try to water in the morning or evening, so as to avoid a large temperature difference between the water and the potting soil that would shock the plant and prevent growth.

(2) Fertilizer requirements: Golden Bullet has high fertilizer requirements; generally it needs frequent fertilizing during the growing period, and applying phosphorus fertilizer in summer and autumn is best. When fertilizing, in summer try to do it in the afternoon after the sun has set, and in winter try to do it at noon or in the afternoon when there is light.

(3) Change soil frequently: Golden Bullet generally needs its soil changed or its pot repotted once every three or four years, and each time you change the soil, replace it with a suitable flower pot according to the size of the plant.

(4) Prune frequently: Generally when changing the potting soil, you can cut off stray branches or branches that affect the appearance, to improve the bonsai's visual appeal.

(5) Pest and disease control: During the growth period, Golden Bullet may suffer from pests and diseases such as scale insects and rust disease, so preventive measures should be taken in advance. For those already affected by pests or diseases, you can use Supracide or fenpropathrin solution for spraying and control.

The above is a detailed introduction to the market price and growing methods of Golden Bullet. I hope it is helpful to everyone.