Small-leaved elm on the site and in the form of bonsai

Elm small-leaved is very unpretentious and forms extremely dense thickets. Because of this, it is used along with the Canadian maple to create artificial plantations. It must be remembered that both these plants can, expanding, interfere with other species of trees. Elm, whose species are very popular in Russia, needs severe sanitary cuttings. He needs to be monitored and not allowed to occupy vast plots, as this can go into uncontrolled growth. Small-leaved elm is actively used for the formation of bonsai due to the fact that it tolerates frequent pruning, as well as because of dense and shiny foliage, which looks very decorative on a small tree.

Elm small-leaved in nature

In its natural habitat this tree grows quite high - up to fifteen meters. Cultivated specimens are almost twice as tall, with a more spreading and sometimes weeping crown. The range of its growth is very wide. It runs from Korea and East China to Kazakhstan and Transbaikalia. Earlier, in different parts of the range, two varieties of elm were distinguished. In fact, it is the same species (as was established using chromosome analysis). In some provinces of China, unripe finely ground elm eggs are added to salads. They are also used in folk medicine.

The elm is small-leaved. Use for bonsai

The plant prefers sunny places. The abundance of light contributes to the splendor of the crown. But the penumbra does not greatly diminish its density. In summer, the elm can be carried out into the street in the container in which it grew. But in doing so, you need to ensure that the dryness of the air does not harm the tree. Elm well tolerates cold winters. The growth of shoots begins when the temperature reaches ten degrees Celsius. Optimal lighting contributes to the formation of short interstices - this makes the plant more decorative. Bonsai must be protected from draft and wind. In the vegetative period elm needs regular watering, after pruning - in a more moderate, and in winter in general in extremely limited. Top dressing with special organic fertilizers should be done every two weeks. Initially, the soil for the elm is better to take porous, rather acidic and nutritious. The overgrown compost with sand and gravel is ideal. Transplant the plant every four years. Do it better in the spring. During the transplant, you must carefully remove a third of the root system. For this, the roots must be untangled and carefully examined. Pruning should be subjected to the most worn out and old part of them.

Pests and diseases of the elm

Beetles-grinders can cause irreparable damage to your tree if you do not destroy the larvae in time. To do this, you need to buy a special insecticide. From home-bred products, bonsai can get sick. From the red soil ticks free simple spraying with water. Fungal diseases, although untypical for the elm, but can severely damage the tree. Twisted leaves and rust will spoil the beauty of the plant. To eliminate fungi, you need to use a special fungicide and remove the affected parts of the elm in parallel.