Podocarpus, also known as Tushan fir, is an evergreen tree that can grow several meters high. It is a potted plant with graceful posture, tall branches and evergreen leaves all year round. Its branches are lush It is soft and has strong leaves germination ability. It is liked by many friends. Some flower lovers who pay attention to Feng Shui like to raise Podocarpus potted plants because it symbolizes wealth and wealth. There is a legend that if a family has Podocarpus, they will be rich from generation to generation. It feels like Podocarpus The more you raise it, the more valuable it becomes. So I like to keep it as a bonsai plant in the terrace, balcony or courtyard.
How to grow Podocarpus bonsai? With just 3 tricks, you can grow green and lush!
Water and spray water in a timely manner
Podocarpus has many branches and leaves, and the leaves are relatively dense, like clouds, so when the temperature is high in summer or when the weather is dry, Watering evaporates very quickly, and evaporates very quickly. It is not only necessary to replenish moisture to the pot soil, but also to replenish moisture to the leaves. Therefore, it is necessary to use a spray method to replenish moisture to the podocarpus and increase the air humidity.
If the potted podocarpus dries out and loses leaves, then do this and it will be green and lush again in a month. Because it is not a pine tree, pine is a very drought-tolerant plant, but Podocarpus is not drought-tolerant at all, especially during the growing season and during high temperatures in summer. You must pay attention to watering frequently when the pot soil is dry, or even Spray, as long as the pot soil does not accumulate water, it will be fine. Otherwise, drought will cause leaf loss and dry branches.
Do not expose it to the sun when the temperature is high
Check the location of the podocarpus bonsai to see if it is a place with long-term sunlight. Normally, it can be placed in a place with sufficient sunlight, but it must be covered in summer. In the shade, or the podocarpus bonsai that has just been transplanted is still relatively fragile and should not be exposed to the sun. Also, check if there are any ropes tied around the branches. If there are any, remove them in time to avoid being wrapped too tightly and causing the branches to be unable to absorb water normally.
The potting soil should not be too hard
Look at the use of the Podocarpus potting soil. Whether it has been used for several years without loosening the soil, hardening will occur. This The reason can also cause podocarpus to dry out and lose leaves, because if the potting soil is constantly watered with tap water, it will begin to become hardened in two or three years, and the roots will not grow in the potting soil and become knotted together. So when it’s time to loosen the soil, loosen the soil, and when it’s time to change the potting soil, change the potting soil.
How to maintain Podocarpus in daily life
Under the high temperature in summer, it is best to shade the small Podocarpus in pots and place it in a ventilated and cool place. Large Podocarpus can be placed in Under the sun, as long as the pot soil is not short of water and there is no problem, the seedlings cannot be exposed to the sun, because it may cause the leaves to dry out and wither.
Podocarpus likes fertile potting soil, so during the growth period, it needs to be fertilized every other month. A small amount of fertilizer, compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer and water will do, and dry branches and leaves should be pruned in time. branches and leaves, encouraging it to grow more lushly. A podocarpus potted plant that has been maintained for two or three years can be repotted once and replaced with new fertile, loose and breathable soil, and its condition will grow better and better.