As winter approaches, many flower enthusiasts begin to worry about the overwintering of their potted osmanthus. Osmanthus, as a traditional famous flower in China, is deeply loved by people for its unique fragrance and beautiful posture. In the cold winter, how to ensure the safe overwintering of potted osmanthus has become an urgent issue. This article will introduce you to the techniques and precautions for overwintering potted osmanthus, helping your osmanthus plants to spend a warm winter.
Osmanthus, also known as dan gui or jin gui, belongs to evergreen shrubs or small trees. Its flowers are golden yellow with a strong fragrance, earning it the title of "the messenger of autumn." Osmanthus is not cold-resistant and is easily damaged by frost when temperatures are low in winter. Mastering the correct overwintering maintenance methods is crucial for ensuring the growth of potted osmanthus.
Preparations for Overwintering Potted Osmanthus1. Choose the right variety of potted osmanthus: When purchasing potted osmanthus, choose varieties that are more cold-resistant, such as dan gui or jin gui.
2. Prune the branches and leaves: Before winter, prune the potted osmanthus once, removing sick, weak, dry, and dense branches to reduce nutrient consumption and enhance cold resistance.
3. Apply organic fertilizer: Before winter, apply an organic fertilizer, such as chicken manure or cow dung, to improve soil fertility and enhance the plant's cold resistance.
4. Watering: Before winter, reduce the frequency of watering appropriately, keeping the soil slightly moist, and avoid excessive watering that could lead to root rot.
Maintenance of Potted Osmanthus During Overwintering1. Provide appropriate shading: In winter, the sunlight is weak, so some shading can be done to avoid direct strong sunlight that could affect plant growth.
2. Control watering: In winter, the temperature is low, and water evaporates slowly. Reduce the frequency of watering to keep the soil slightly moist. Watering should be done preferably in the middle of the day or before, avoiding watering at night.
3. Maintain ventilation: The indoor air is dry in winter, so good ventilation should be maintained to prevent the plant from getting sick due to humid air.
4. Prevent cold and keep warm: When the temperature is low, cover the potted osmanthus with materials such as plastic film or cotton quilts to prevent frost damage.
Overwintering potted osmanthus is not difficult as long as the correct maintenance methods are mastered, allowing your osmanthus to safely endure the cold winter. I hope this article's introduction is helpful to you, and I wish your potted osmanthus grows strong and healthy!