What are the cultivation methods and precautions for fragrant wood bonsai

Cultivation method of fragrant wood bonsai

Fragrant wood is a shrub or small tree of the Anacardiaceae family. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring and autumn. Select one-year-old strong branches with a length of 10-15 cm. The soil should have good permeability, medium water holding capacity, and a neutral or slightly acidic pH value. Disinfection should be done in advance.

The fragrant wood is a sun-loving plant, but it is also slightly shade-tolerant. It likes warmth and is cold-resistant. It can withstand temperatures as low as minus 10 degrees Celsius. It likes plenty of sunlight and soil that is not prone to water accumulation. When caring for it, it does not need to be watered too frequently, once every 3-5 days, and watering needs to be thorough. It can tolerate barrenness, so when fertilizing, try to use as little fertilizer as possible.

Watering method

When caring for the fragrant wood, do not water frequently or excessively. Watering once every 3 to 5 days is enough to meet the growth needs of the plant. However, be sure to water thoroughly. Watering thoroughly does not mean watering too much. Too much watering can easily lead to root rot.

Fertilization method

Fragrant wood is resistant to barrenness, so the number of fertilizations can be reduced. It is sensitive to fertilizers. If concentrated fertilizers are applied, it will burn the roots of the plant. During the growth period, you can apply more fertilizers to ensure the growth of the plant.

Pruning methods

If you want to improve the ornamental value of the fragrant wood bonsai, pruning is necessary. You can choose old trunks with old posture and curved trunks to make bonsai, and prune them according to the shape you want. You can adopt pruning methods such as short cutting and thinning, and prune diseased and old branches, overgrown branches and dense branches.

Things to note when growing bonsai of fragrant wood

For home care of the fragrant wood bonsai, the height of the flowerpot should be between 50 and 70 cm. If it grows too high or too densely, it can be pruned in time, which can promote the sprouting of new branches and enhance the ornamental value.