How to grow a black pine bonsai? A detailed guide to the latest care methods
Watering
Before planting, choose soil with good air permeability and drainage, which is good for watering. When the top layer of the potting soil has dried out completely, water thoroughly immediately; in spring and summer, reduce watering appropriately, as this can suppress excessive growth. It does not like soil that is too moist, so pay attention to daily watering. Pause watering during rainy weather.
Fertilizing
Many people think fertilizing should be controlled, so as to avoid letting the plant grow too tall, but when pruning new buds, more fertilizer should be applied, and for weaker plants, fertilize first and then prune the new buds, so as not to affect its re-sprouting.
Environment
The environment should have plenty of sunlight and good air circulation, which will also reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. In winter, carry out simple cold protection work, but if placed indoors, try to choose a cooler spot to place it, and preferably one where it can get sunlight.
Pruning
Pruning is best done in winter, when it enters dormancy, so the tree shape can be adjusted appropriately, and the weaker growth and parts eroded by pests and diseases can be cut off. Bud pinching is carried out from March to April each year,
When water and nutrients are suitable, if the environment is wrong, it is still useless, so all aspects must be combined to grow the plant well.
The above are the care methods for black pine bonsai, and I hope they are helpful to fellow gardeners.