Are you also fascinated by the meter-high pine trees, which provide shade with their green crowns and emit the typical scent of a coniferous forest? How annoying when your own garden doesn't have enough space to keep a pine tree or you even only have a balcony. You don't have to give up your love of the pine tree. With the tips on this page, it is very easy to cultivate the conifer in the bucket thanks to its low growth height.
Small pine species can also be cultivated in tubs
Why is a pine tree in a bucket worth it?
If a pine is grown in a bucket, it is usually cultivated in the Japanese bonsai form. This sometimes results in even more impressive appearances and growth forms than in the wild. You should consider keeping a pine tree in a container if
- You like the Far Eastern design of plants and beds
- You only have limited space available
- You want little effort in pruning the pine trees
Suitable pine species for container keeping
Actually, all types of pine can be used in buckets. However, so that you don't have to constantly cut back to keep growth low, the dwarf pine, which naturally only grows a few meters high, is recommended. Here you can choose from the following varieties:
- Dwarf Pine Benjamin
- silver pine
- Dwarf Pine Pug
care instructions
site selection
Pines are very hardy, adaptable conifers. A place in the shade does not harm growth, but a sunny location is preferred. Your pine will thus convert more light into sugar and thrive even better.
substrate
The same applies to the substrate as to the location. The pine can cope with all conditions, but loves well-drained soils. Mix your soil yourself
- clay granules
- sand
- and potting soil
or use special bonsai soil from specialist shops.
pour
Waterlogging should never form in the pot. Nevertheless, it is important to keep the soil permanently moist.
Fertilize
Fertilizing is not mandatory, but promotes growth. Liquid fertilizer is suitable for this, which you mix under the substrate from April to September.
To cut
The pruning serves to maintain a low growth and should be done in early summer. Shorten any branches that are too long and growing sideways and remove the candles.
repot
You should repot your pine trees every two years. A simultaneous root cut is recommended.