How to maintain and pay attention to the bonsai of Podocarpus quetongshen

Feng Shui meaning of Podocarpus quetongshen bonsai

The Podocarpus macrophylla bonsai is a Feng Shui tree that brings wealth. If it is maintained at home, it will help improve one's career and studies. There is a Feng Shui saying among the people that "if there is a Podocarpus macrophylla in the family, the family will never be poor for generations."

Maintenance method of Podocarpus quetongshen bonsai

The Podocarpus macrophylla bonsai likes an environment with plenty of sunlight, warmth and humidity. It cannot tolerate strong sunlight exposure and needs to be shaded in summer. It can tolerate a waterlogged environment. No matter how much watering it receives during the growth period, the roots will not rot no matter how moist the soil in the pot is. However, it is best to water it in moderation to keep the soil slightly moist. Spray pesticides in time if diseases and pests occur.

Podocarpus bonsai pruning and shaping

During the maintenance period of Podocarpus macrophylla, the branches and leaves should be pruned in time, usually around the Qingming Festival. The new buds and leaves that sprout after pruning will be relatively short. If it is pruned in autumn, the leaves will be longer. Generally, the autumn leaves are twice as large as the spring leaves and are also longer.

Podocarpus bonsai yellow leaves

The yellowing leaves of the Podocarpus macrophylla bonsai may be caused by improper watering. Pay attention to watering more during the cultivation period. It may be caused by excessive light. At this time, move it to an environment with weaker light for maintenance. It may also be caused by excessive fertilization. Timely watering is needed to wash away the excess fertilizer.

Podocarpus bonsai leaves falling

The leaves of the Podocarpus bonsai may fall off due to excessive watering. You need to control watering and keep the soil slightly moist. You can spray more water in summer to make the leaves bright green and grow well.

Fertilization of Podocarpus bonsai

The bonsai of Podocarpus macrophylla is usually mainly applied with nitrogen fertilizer, and bean cake fertilizer is the best. It must be fully fermented and decomposed. It can be applied once every 20 days, and fertilization should be stopped in August and September to avoid the sprouting of autumn buds, which is not conducive to wintering.

Management precautions for Podocarpus quetongensis

The Podocarpus macrophylla bonsai needs to be repotted every 2-3 years, preferably in spring from March to April. When repotting, retain some of the old soil and trim off the old and rotten roots. If the plant grows larger, replace it with a larger pot.