Jasmine, also known as Jasmine, is a common ornamental plant in the southern region of China. Its flowers are fragrant, leaves are graceful, and it has high ornamental value. With the improvement of people's requirements for the quality of living environment, the cultivation of Jasmine is gaining more and more popularity. This article will introduce you to the cultivation methods and pruning skills of Jasmine in detail, helping you to create a beautiful home.
Jasmine cultivation methods1. Soil selection
Jasmine has strong adaptability, but it is best to choose sandy soil with good drainage, fertility, and looseness. In the southern region, yellow soil and red soil can be used for planting.
2. Planting time
Jasmine is suitable for planting in spring and autumn when the temperature is moderate, which is conducive to plant growth.
3. Planting method
(1) Digging holes: Depending on the size of the plant, dig a hole 40-50 centimeters deep and 60-80 centimeters wide.
(2) Fertilization: Apply sufficient decomposed organic fertilizer, such as chicken manure, cow dung, etc., at the bottom of the hole, with a dosage of 2-3 kilograms per plant.
(3) Planting: Place the Jasmine plant in the hole, fully expand the roots, fill the soil to 10 centimeters away from the ground, gently compact it, and water thoroughly.
4. Watering and fertilizing
Jasmine prefers a humid environment. During the growing period, keep the soil moist. In high summer and dry periods, increase the frequency of watering appropriately. For fertilization, apply a compound fertilizer once a month, with a concentration controlled at around 0.5%.
5. Light and ventilation
Jasmine likes a sunny environment. During the growing period, ensure sufficient light and pay attention to ventilation to avoid the occurrence of plant diseases.
Jasmine pruning skills1. Pruning period
Jasmine pruning can be divided into spring pruning, summer pruning, and autumn pruning. Spring pruning is done before the plant germinates, which is beneficial for plant growth; summer pruning is done after flowering, which can promote the growth of new branches; autumn pruning is done before the plant enters dormancy, which is beneficial for the plant to survive the winter.
2. Pruning method
(1) Spring pruning: Cut off diseased, weak, intersecting, and inward branches, retain strong branches, and ensure ventilation and light penetration in the plant.
(2) Summer pruning: Cut off dense, inward, and long branches, maintain ventilation and light penetration in the plant, and promote bud formation.
(3) Autumn pruning: Cut off diseased, weak, intersecting, and inward branches to promote the plant to survive the winter.
3. Precautions for pruning
(1) Pruning tools should be sharp to avoid plant damage.
(2) Apply healing ointment promptly after pruning to prevent bacterial infection.
(3) The branches after pruning can be used for cutting propagation.
Jasmine cultivation and pruning are technically demanding tasks. Mastering scientific cultivation methods and pruning skills can make Jasmine grow strongly and add beauty to your life. I hope this article can provide you with help and wish you successful cultivation!
References:
[1] Zhang Xiaohui, Liu Yongsheng. Jasmine cultivation techniques [J]. Botanical Garden, 2016, 35(2): 32-35.
[2] Li Hua, Chen Ming. Jasmine pruning and management [J]. Botanical Garden, 2015, 34(1): 45-48.