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Tips for ginkgo bonsai

Hank Schrader
2020-08-13 15:47:04
Although ginkgo tree is tall and beautiful, it is also very ornamental when it is made into bonsai. So, some tips on making bonsai with Ginkgo biloba, let's have a look.

Planting time and soil of ginkgo bonsai

When making ginkgo bonsai, you need to choose the right time, generally in spring and autumn when planting is better. When making bonsai, Ginkgo biloba needs to choose a deep flowerpot, because Ginkgo biloba itself is a deep-rooted plant. In the process of planting, the soil is generally the loose and fertile soil rich in humus, which requires good drainage.

Planting Time and Soil of Ginkgo Biloba Bonsai

Display of ginkgo bonsai

When placing ginkgo bonsai, because ginkgo is a plant that likes light, it needs to be placed in a place with sufficient light, and it's better to be a place where the air is relatively circulating and the environment is relatively humid. But in summer, we should pay attention to the appropriate shade, winter can be in the outdoor winter, but we should pay attention to heat preservation.

Planting Time and Soil of Ginkgo Biloba Bonsai

Water and fertilizer management of ginkgo bonsai

In the cultivation of ginkgo bonsai, we need to keep the basin soil moist, not too dry, but also do not have water. In summer, because of the high temperature and strong evaporation, more water is needed, once a day in the morning and evening, and in autumn, less water is needed. Fertilization, is mainly in winter when the application of base fertilizer, spring and summer growth exuberant period, to timely topdressing, generally thin fertilizer and water can, so as to promote the growth of branches and leaves.

Planting Time and Soil of Ginkgo Biloba Bonsai

The pruning of ginkgo bonsai

The bonsai of Ginkgo biloba needs to be pruned to keep its good shape. In spring, Ginkgo biloba begins to sprout. At this time, it can be pruned, and the branches should be kept in a relatively sparse state. If the bonsai is compared, three to five branches can be preserved. In order to shape the shape, you can bind or trim the branches to achieve a certain ornamental effect.

Ginkgo bonsai to turn basin in time

The turning basin of Ginkgo biloba is usually carried out once every two years at the vernal equinox. The root system of Ginkgo biloba is relatively developed, so when turning the basin, you can prune the root properly, remove some soil, and then put it back in the basin.

Ginkgo bonsai should be turned over at the right time.

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