Penglai pine, also known as hydrangea pine, water pine, asparagus pine leaf, asparagus pine leaf, etc., is a perennial shrub-like herb of the genus Asparagus in the Asparagaceae family. The stems are erect or slightly spread, lignified and shrub-like, with white fleshy roots. Penglai pine likes a warm and humid growing environment, and is not tolerant of drought, stagnant water, or cold. When it blooms, its flowers are light red to white, fragrant, and are widely loved by flower lovers.

Cultivation techniques for bonsai Penglai pine:

1. Choose a flowerpot

The shape of the flowerpot needs to be determined according to the tree shape of Penglai pine, which is generally rectangular. A medium shallow basin is suitable. If the tree is cliff-shaped, you can choose a deeper thousand-cylinder basin. The pot materials usually chosen for cultivating Penglai pine include purple clay pottery and glazed pottery.

2. Choose tree shape

Penglai pine has various tree shapes, including straight trunk, slant trunk, curved trunk and cliff, each with its own characteristics. , you can choose according to your personal preference.

3. Soil selection

Penglai pine prefers slightly acidic soil that is deep, loose, good drainage, and strong air permeability. Soil with high salinity and alkalinity cannot be used.

4. Later maintenance

If Penglai pine is planted in a shallow pot, pay attention to strengthening the branches. You can tie it to the roots with wires to avoid damaging the roots, and then start from the bottom of the pot. Round hole goes through. The post-maintenance of Penglai pine is mainly based on climbing, using metal wire. Select some young saplings, about 2-3 years old, and bend the trunk branches of the saplings, trim the side branches, and climb them on the Penglai pine in a horizontal or downward state. After one year of growth, remove the wires for adjustment and climb again. The shape will be finalized in a few years.

5. Fertilization management

Penglai pine can be fertilized once a month, mainly nitrogen fertilizer and potash fertilizer, to promote the growth of Penglai pine.

6. Temperature management

The suitable temperature for Penglai pine is 20℃-30℃. Penglai pine needs to be moved indoors for maintenance in time in winter to avoid freezing damage.

7. Light management

Penglai pine can be placed in semi-shade for maintenance. When the sun is strong in summer, Penglai pine needs to be shaded in time to avoid burning the leaves.

8. Water management

Penglai pine needs to be provided with sufficient water during the growth period, but water should not accumulate in the pot to avoid root rot. There is no need to water frequently in winter, just keep the soil moist.

9. Timely pruning

In order to have a beautiful plant shape, Penglai pine needs to be pruned in time, and the pot needs to be changed every spring to provide it with a good growing environment.