A Detailed Guide to the Shaping Methods and Techniques of Ligustrum sinense Bonsai

Pruning the main branches

If the main branches of the Ligustrum sinense need to be pruned for shaping purposes, new growing branches should be left below the cut in advance, so that after the branch is shortened it can continue to carry out photosynthesis and will not dry out from water loss.

Sealing branch cuts

If you are going to prune a bonsai, remember to apply latex paint to the pruned branches. This is to prevent the loss of branches. Because Ligustrum sinense sprouts many buds after pruning, it should be pruned and shaped in good time. Remember, frequently changing the main branches is a major taboo, and the cuts can appropriately be made a little smaller.

Following the two techniques above will make your Ligustrum sinense bonsai look even more antique and elegant! But at the same time, if you want your Ligustrum sinense bonsai to grow well, these two techniques for shaping are not the only things to pay attention to; there are also certain points to note when it comes to planting. Take a look with the editor!

Care Techniques for Ligustrum sinense Bonsai

The appearance of yin-yang branches

Ligustrum sinense bonsai may run into the situation of yin-yang branches. So-called yin-yang branches refer to the phenomenon in which the same branch of the plant is half alive and half dead, as if yin and yang appeared at the same time. Yin-yang branches look awkward and unattractive, so this situation should be taken seriously. Combined with the shaping of the bonsai, new branches can be reserved on both the upper cut and the lower cut of the Ligustrum sinense, which can prevent yin-yang branches from appearing.

Preventing branch loss

Branch loss is a problem more commonly encountered with Ligustrum sinense bonsai. Because the bark of Ligustrum sinense bonsai is relatively thin, water supply becomes insufficient, which causes old branches to wither and die, and branch loss then occurs. To prevent branch loss, new growing branches can be cultivated in advance below the cut, so that the shortened branch can also continue to carry out photosynthesis, and the Ligustrum sinense avoids the occurrence of branch loss.

Do you know how to solve the problems encountered with Ligustrum sinense bonsai? Next time you run into something similar, there is no need to panic! In fact, Ligustrum sinense can not only be made into bonsai to beautify the environment; do you know about its medicinal value?

Points to Note When Exhibiting Ligustrum sinense Bonsai

Do not strip all the leaves before sending it to an exhibition

Generally, bonsai from the Lingnan region are sent to plant exhibitions with all their leaves stripped off, so that new leaves can grow during the exhibition. Ligustrum sinense bonsai, however, cannot be treated this way, because Ligustrum sinense does not have thicker bark, which makes it difficult to absorb water; especially once the leaves are gone, Ligustrum sinense finds it hard to absorb water. Not only does this affect the shaping, but the phenomenon of yin-yang branches can also appear.

That is all for today's introduction to the living habits of Ligustrum sinense bonsai. We hope it is helpful to those who have a Ligustrum sinense bonsai at home! From today on, take even better care of your Ligustrum sinense bonsai, since it can beautify both the environment and the air. May everyone's bonsai grow better and better!