Maintenance methods and precautions for small-leaf red sandalwood bonsai

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Maintenance method

Precautions

Pterocarpus lobata is a tropical plant that mainly grows in Southeast Asia. Let’s take a look at the introduction to the maintenance methods and precautions of small-leaf red sandalwood bonsai.

Maintenance methods

Temperature and light

Pterocarpus microphylla is a sun-loving plant and is not tolerant of low temperatures. The suitable growth temperature is between 20-30°C. , Generally, the temperature is lower than 3℃ and it is susceptible to freezing damage. Therefore, small-leaf red sandalwood potted plants are suitable to be placed on a sunny balcony or in a sunny place to ensure sufficient light.

Soil

Pterocarpus microphylla has a well-developed root system and nodules, which can fix nitrogen and is not strict on soil.

Watering

Pterocarpus is a tropical plant that is not drought-tolerant and has high water requirements. It usually needs watering in two or three days. Watering should not be carried out at noon, otherwise the water vapor of the small-leaf red sandalwood plant will evaporate under high temperature, which will cause the plant to wither and die in the long run. Watering should be done thoroughly. Don't just wet the soil surface. You can spray water on the leaves frequently.

Fertilization

It is not necessary to fertilize small-leaf red sandalwood potted plants frequently. Generally, plant nutrient solution can be dripped into water and mixed thoroughly within 1-2 months, and then poured directly into the soil.

Notes

Fixed placement

The small-leaf rosewood bonsai has the ability to adapt to the environment. Once it becomes accustomed to the surrounding growth environment, it is not advisable to move the bonsai frequently to avoid increasing the growth burden on the small-leaf rosewood bonsai.

Pest and disease control

The seedlings and saplings of small-leaf red sandalwood bonsai are often susceptible to two common diseases: anthracnose and black mole disease. You can spray 1:100 Bordeaux mixture or 50% Carbendazim 1000 times solution can be used for control. In terms of insect pests, there are leaf-eating pests such as goldenrods and chafers, which can be sprayed to kill trichlorfon.

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