Holly bonsai can be pruned three times, usually once in March, April, July, August and September. Proper pruning can promote the growth of branches, make them flourish and enhance the overall ornamental value.

Pruning branches and leaves of Ilex bonsai

In spring, the tender branches and buds at the top of the holly bonsai can be removed, and dense branches, cross branches, diseased branches and dead branches can be pruned later to reduce the loss of nutrients. In addition, the flowerpot needs to be changed once every 1-2 years, and the root can be trimmed when changing the flowerpot, so as not to hurt the main root.

Dongqing bonsai pruning modeling

1. Core picking: Ilex bonsai can be picked in spring. Picking is to remove the buds and buds at the top, control the height of the plant, and make the whole plant look fuller and more symmetrical, which is beneficial to the later growth and modeling. 2. Pruning: Holly bonsai needs to be pruned in March-April in spring, mainly to cut off dense branches, cross branches, diseased branches and dead branches, so that Holly looks dense and orderly, and it is also to prepare for the flowering period of Holly. 3. Root pruning: In the process of planting, holly bonsai should be replaced every one to two years. You need to trim the roots when changing pots. Just cut off some redundant fibrous roots, old roots and rotten roots. Never hurt the taproot. 4. Modeling: In order to make the ornamental value of Holly higher, it can be modeled according to its characteristics and can be made into a popular single-action type. After binding, it can be made into the desired shape.

Matters needing attention in pruning holly bonsai

1. Pruning degree: Although Ilex grows fast and is very resistant to pruning, we should not over-prune during planting. Pruning 3-5 times a year is usually enough, and you can't prune it repeatedly. In addition, don't damage the roots when pruning. 2. Basic requirements: When pruning Holly, keep the main branches and prune the weak branches, so that the main branches can grow more side branches. Pay attention to "strong side branches, weak side branches and weak side branches" when pruning side branches.