Jasminum nudiflorum cultivation and care methods
Today, I will introduce some experience about other flowers, focusing on Jasminum nudiflorum. Here is a comprehensive introduction to the cultivation and care methods of Jasminum nudiflorum.
Jasminum nudiflorum belongs to the Oleaceae family, the Jasminum genus, and is a deciduous shrub. It enjoys sunlight but can also tolerate shade, is cold-resistant, and drought-tolerant. It is not particular about soil, growing well in garden soil, sandy loam, slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soil. For potted Jasminum nudiflorum, repotting should be done after defoliation in winter until before sprouting in spring. The potting soil should be loose and fertile, with good drainage and water retention. After planting, water thoroughly and place it in a sheltered, sunny location. During the growing period, water when the soil is dry and water thoroughly, avoiding waterlogging, which can cause root rot. From September onwards, reduce watering to control the vigorous growth of branches, allowing it to survive the winter safely.
Every spring, after flowering, apply decomposed organic liquid fertilizer once or twice to replenish the nutrients consumed by flowering and help the plant recover quickly. From June to August, it is the period of flower bud differentiation, during which the use of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be increased, and water should be reduced to favor the formation of flower buds. Fertilizing in autumn can enhance the plant's cold resistance and promote the development of flower buds. Applying some fertilizer before flowering can not only make the flowers more beautiful but also extend the blooming period. Repot every 1 to 2 years after flowering in spring, using a mixture of garden soil, humus, and sandy soil, each in equal parts, and adding a small amount of decomposed cake fertilizer or livestock manure as a base fertilizer. Prune the plant when repotting, removing dry, diseased, and overly long branches. During the growing period, pinch the tips to promote branching and maintain a perfect tree shape. Due to the slender and soft branches of Jasminum nudiflorum, apart from the normal drooping growth, they can also be woven into shapes such as baskets, fans, spheres, and peacock screens to enhance ornamental value. If you want it to bloom during the New Year or the Spring Festival, move the pot to a sunny indoor location 3 weeks in advance and maintain a temperature of 15°C to 20°C to bloom on time. The branches of Jasminum nudiflorum can be soaked in water for 5 to 7 days to bloom, making it an excellent winter cut flower material.
The propagation of Jasminum nudiflorum can be done through division, layering, or cutting. Division is usually carried out in spring or autumn, preferably before the early spring bud burst. Layering or cutting is generally done about a week after flowering. For layering, cut the bark of the branch to be buried in the soil to facilitate rooting. Cuttings can be done in a greenhouse or directly in the open field, using 2-year-old healthy branches as cuttings, 15 to 20 cm in length, with one-third of the branch buried in the soil. Keep the soil moist, and the cuttings will root in 2 to 3 weeks. When the young roots turn from white to yellowish-brown, they can be transplanted. In the early stages of transplanting, use shade nets or reed curtains to shade for 5 to 7 days for a higher survival rate. For making bonsai, choose plants with ancient and robust roots that have grown for several years, usually移植 in winter to early spring, first planting them in earthenware pots to "nurture the stock." Before planting, prune the plant to remove unnecessary branches and roots, and cut back overly long branches. The cut roots can be selected for their shape and used for cutting, which can then be planted in small pots to become an elegant mini-bonsai, using well-draining sandy soil to ensure survival.
As Jasminum nudiflorum is a vine-like plant with no distinct main stem and even the thicker branches are hard to find, one can consider using the "root as trunk" method, elevating the twisted and graceful roots out of the soil to replace the trunk. This should be done gradually and not all at once, as too much exposure of the fine roots can cause the plant to die back, and in severe cases, the plant may die. The shaping of the root trunk should be varied according to the plant, using forms such as single-trunk, double-trunk, slanted-trunk, curved-trunk, bridge-over, and root-elevated styles. The crown is often shaped into a weeping form, with the branches naturally drooping and forming a waterfall shape. Pruning should make the branches sparse and dense, with uniform flowering. This form is the most common. For the plum tree style, cut off the drooping part of the branches, and if new lateral branches also droop, cut them off to make all branches straight. For the large tree style, select plants with twisted and old trunks, clear main and lateral branches, and prune the branches into clusters. During the growing period, it looks like a large tree, but in reality, the "leaves" are composed of dense fine branches. This form is rare because it is difficult to find suitable material. Bonsai of Jasminum nudiflorum can be reshaped before flowering, with frequent pinching during the growing period to promote thicker branches and more branching, which is good for shaping. Branches that affect the tree shape should be cut in time to maintain the beauty of the bonsai. Other management is similar to that of potted Jasminum nudiflorum.
The above [] provides a comprehensive explanation of the cultivation and care methods of Jasminum nudiflorum, hoping to solve your problems with green plants.