How are knots formed on elm bonsai? Can it be artificially created?

Because the elm tree can also be injured, such as lightning strikes or animal bites, and stones are medium, but its healing ability is very good, and after the wound is healed, there will be growth, which is a tree pimple. It can be artificially created, preferably in early spring, through the impact method, imitation insect bite method, pruning method these methods.

The main reason for this pimple on the bonsai is that it is formed in the process of tree growth, and it is very good-looking, in fact, it is not artificially created, but slowly formed such a pimple in the whole growth process.

It is man-made, and when the elm tree was still a small seedling, a root was made for it. OK.

Before making bonsai, it is necessary to do a good job of raising piles, and plant the freshly dug elm stumps in plain sandy soil after treatment, or plant them in a tile pot filled with wet sandy soil for maintenance, so that the stumps can take root and resume growth. At the same time, pruning is carried out on dead branches, diseased branches and roots. After the plant resumes growth, it is good to pot it normally.

After that, you can prune the plant, and according to the basic form of the plant, choose to make a bonsai in the form of straight dry, cliff, jungle, stone attachment and so on.

1. How to do it.

1.Pile raising: Before making bonsai, it is necessary to prepare for pile raising. Stump maintenance refers to the freshly dug elm stump, after treatment, planted in the wet sand soil to dismantle the world, or planted in a pot filled with wet sand soil for maintenance, so that the stump can take root and resume growth.

2.Pruning: Pruning at this time is mainly for dead branches, diseased branches and roots.

Especially when pruning the roots, it is necessary to prune the problematic parts cleanly. Then apply some erythromycin ointment to the wound to facilitate healing. If too much sticky juice comes out of the incision, you can apply the ointment and sprinkle a layer of fine sand, and then seal it with plastic film to let it recover.

3.Potting: After the plant recovers growth, the potting is good for normal maintenance.

4.Styling: After the plant is alive, you can prune the plant.

According to the basic form and growth of the plant, choose to make bonsai in the form of straight dry type, oblique dry type, curved dry type, cliff type, jungle type, attached stone type and so on. In addition, it is necessary to cut off excessively long and messy branches during the growth period to keep the branches in a beautiful shape.

2. Is it okay for small elm saplings?

Small elm saplings can be made into bonsai. Small elm seedlings have strong germination power, are resistant to pruning, grow fast, and have a long lifespan, making them a good material for making bonsai. When the new leaves first grow is the best time to see the small elm sapling bonsai.

In early to mid-August, it is necessary to remove all the old leaves, strengthen water and fertilizer management in the later stage, and by mid to late September, new leaves will grow again, which can improve the ornamental value of elm bonsai.

The old elm stump that has just been excavated should be planted in plain sand soil or planted in a tile pot for "pile raising".

Elm bonsai modeling should be based on the basic form of the old pile, after coiling, pruning, etc., to make different forms of bonsai such as straight dry, curved dry, oblique dry, waterfront, cliff, wind-blowing, jungle, attached stone and so on.

The styling time can be during the dormant period after the leaves have fallen or during the growing period, but avoid the budding stage.

Use a knife to cut the bark and bruise the area where the pimple needs to grow.

Elm trees are relatively easy to survive, generally grasp the season well, and cut the trees to survive before they sprout. In addition, elm trees are relatively easy to run out of pulp, and the incision is large and needs to be sealed with a healing agent.

Elm is a positive tree species, light-loving, drought-tolerant, cold-tolerant, barren-tolerant, soil-neutral, and very adaptable. The root system is well developed, and the wind resistance and soil retention are strong. Strong germination and resistance to pruning.

Fast growth and long lifespan. It can tolerate dry and cold climates and moderate salinity, but not water and humidity (can withstand waterlogging in the rainy season). It has anti-pollution and strong foliar dust retention ability.

In the place where you need to grow a pimple, it is generally a smooth place or a depression in the trunk, and the wound can be made, and the water should be controlled after the injury to prevent the wound from rotting, and it is natural to do it.

The old elm stump that has just been excavated should be planted in plain sand soil or planted in a tile pot for "pile raising". Elm trees sprout earlier than the average species, so it is best to dig before the cold, when the survival rate of the dug piles is higher, and when the buds sprout in the spring, new shoots will appear at the wound.

Elm bonsai is to have small leaves to look good, too much fertilizer, long branches, and the leaves will become significantly larger. After planting, less watering, elm bark is thick, truncated surfaces and wounds will ooze mucus, if too much watering, overflow sap increases, will cause wound rot, severe will die. In addition to watering sparingly, the wound can be sealed with lacquer or wax to inhibit the outflow of sap.

The reason why many people choose elm bonsai is that elm is a very ordinary tree species that is relatively easy to take in the mountains. Moreover, the branches and leaves and dry stems of the elm tree have ornamental value. The elm tree is intertwined, vigorous and simple, meaning beautiful, unique shape, its leaves, branches, stems have a certain ornamental value, is an excellent material for making bonsai.

The elm tree has very long branches and lush leaves, which is good for the senses when you make a bonsai.

Let's briefly introduce the process to be carried out when making elm bonsai: elm bonsai - towering type The old stump of the newly excavated elm tree should be planted or planted in plain sandy soil.

When making an elm bonsai, you need to prepare first, including raising stakes and pruning. Pile maintenance needs to be carried out in the late autumn to early spring, and the old stumps of freshly excavated elms are planted on plain sandy ground, or planted in clay pots, and the piles are raised.

Elm trees also need to be pruned before making bonsai, and the roots and branches are pruned, but be aware that when pruning, there will be sticky sap flowing out of the cuts, and if there is too much sap, it may affect the survival of the plant. So you need to apply some erythromycin ointment to the cut and sprinkle some fine sand.

The treated elm plants can be potted, and they can be reasonably maintained according to the state of the elm tree after potting.

In order to be more ornamental, elm bonsai needs to be pruned, and the modeling can be carried out according to the basic form of the plant, generally doing straight dry type, oblique dry type, curved dry type, cliff type, jungle type, attached stone type and so on in the form of elm bonsai. When pruning the canopy, you can either prune the crown into a natural shape that is chic and sparse, or you can prune the crown into a large tree shape with a dome, or a round shape. When pruning, you can tie the wire into a basic shape before trimming.

In addition, it is necessary to cut off excessively long and messy branches during the growth period to make them more beautiful.

Elm bonsai is still relatively easy to maintain, because elm trees have strong habits and are easier to manage. Basically, the finished bonsai can be placed in a sunny and ventilated place for maintenance, and it is necessary to ensure that there is enough moisture.

In winter, you can bury the elm bonsai together with the pot in an outdoor shelter from the wind and sun, or move it to a cold room for wintering, and the temperature of the maintenance should not be too high. If you turn the pot, you can do it every 1-2 years in early spring.

Do elm bonsai bloom.

Elm bonsai can bloom. Generally speaking, its growth rate is relatively fast. As long as the environment is suitable for maintenance, it will be able to bloom after one year. The flowering period is March, and it can generally bloom for a month. After flowering, it can produce seeds, and there are many early wax seeds, which can generally be used for planting.

Elm bonsai flowering appearance.

The flowers of elm bonsai are generally purple-brown in color. Its flowers are very beautiful and have a high ornamental value. And the flowers bloom before the leaves, so they have a faint fragrance.

Elm bonsai flowering omen and meaning.

Elm bonsai blooms well. Elm elm is homophonic to jade, so it can represent wealth after flowering. Generally ideal for home maintenance. The flower language of bonsai is happiness, wealth, and auspiciousness. Therefore, maintenance at home can protect the family and bring financial luck.

Elm bonsai flowering treatment.

Giving more sunlight to the elm bonsai when it blooms helps to prolong its flowering period. In addition, fertilizer should be applied in time after flowering, but in moderation. Don't fertilize too much at once, it's enough to fertilize once a month or so.

Elm bonsai blossoms ** appreciation.