Breeding methods and precautions for tiger head jasmine
As a precious variety among double-petal jasmine, Tiger Head Jasmine is favored by gardening enthusiasts for its huge flower shape and refreshing fragrance. However, due to its special genetic characteristics, scientific management methods need to be mastered during the cultivation process. This article will systematically explain how to keep Tiger Head Jasmine maintain its strong vitality from environmental control to daily maintenance. The ideal soil ratio of soil matrix configuration specification uses the golden ratio of garden soil: leaf soil: perlite =5:3:2, and a suitable amount of pine bark is added to enhance air permeability. New soil needs to be replaced every two years to avoid soil hardening and affecting root respiration. pH adjustment is regularly tested with pH paper and maintained in a slightly acidic environment of 5.5-6.5. It can be adjusted by watering diluted rice vinegar water (1:300) every month or embedding decomposed pine needles. Light and temperature and humidity management Light intensity control ensures 6-8 hours of direct light in spring and autumn, and a 50% sunshade net needs to be erected at 10-15 hours in summer. In winter, soft light can be accepted all day long and extended to 10 hours with a fill light. The environmental humidity maintains that the air humidity needs to be stable at 60-75%, which can be adjusted by wetting pebbles on trays, spraying in the morning and evening. Pay special attention to avoid water on flowers during flowering. The precise watering plan for collaborative management of water and fertilizer adopts the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet", and water is poured through when the topsoil is 2cm dry. Water is watered once in the morning and evening in summer, and changed to noon in winter. It is recommended to use rainwater or tap water that is left for 3 days. During the scientific fertilization cycle, Huaduoduo 1 (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium 20-20-20) and potassium dihydrogen phosphate (1:1000) are used alternately every 15 days. Increase calcium and magnesium fertilizer during the bud appearing period and stop fertilizer in winter. Comprehensive pest control and preventive management spray Melia oil (1:200) every month to prevent red spiders, and hang yellow sticky boards to monitor thrips. Keep the spacing between plants more than 30cm to ensure ventilation. If powdery mildew is found in targeted management, Lunasen will be sprayed immediately, and scale insects can be physically removed with a 75% alcohol cotton swab. All medicaments should be used to avoid the high noon hours.
Through systematic maintenance and management, Tiger Head Jasmine can achieve the ornamental effect of blooming 3-4 flowers every year. The key is to grasp its characteristics of liking light and being afraid of sun, liking dampness and avoiding waterlogging. With regular soil improvement and precise nutrient supply, even novices can reap the surprise of full branches and flowers.