How to plant Buxus megistophylla
This article introduces the planting methods of Buxus megistophylla and some small experiences in plant cultivation, including the planting and maintenance of Buxus megistophylla. Below, the editor will provide you with detailed answers.
Buxus megistophylla is an excellent species for landscape greening, not very tall, with leathery leaves, elliptical-shaped leaves, petioles 2-3 millimeters long, spherical fruits, and very resistant to pruning. Buxus megistophylla remains evergreen throughout the year, with beautiful shapes, often chosen as the first option for park and street greening. Currently, the sales of Buxus megistophylla are acceptable, and the prices are relatively stable, with significant changes possibly occurring during the peak spring planting season.
Habits
Buxus megistophylla prefers sunlight, tolerates shade, and has a certain tolerance for cold. It can naturally overwinter in most areas of the Huai River Basin, but needs to take warming measures in the North China region to survive the winter. Buxus megistophylla blooms, with the flowering period in March and April, straight styles, inflorescence axes 5-7 millimeters long, and very beautiful when flowering. The fruiting period is in the hot months of June and July.
Propagation
Cutting: In spring, cut branches that are about to sprout, insert them into prepared soil, and cover with film to shade. In autumn, cut healthy one-year-old branches into sections about 10 centimeters long, each with a pair of leaves, and cut off half of the leaves when planting, then shade and care for them.
嫁接: Selecting Ginkgo biloba as the rootstock and using robust branches with 1-2 full buds as scions, the scions are grafted onto the rootstock, covered with film for maintenance, and the emergence of new buds indicates that the grafting has taken root.
Transplanting
The best time to transplant Buxus megistophylla is before sprouting in spring. If it is a large seedling with soil ball, it can be transplanted throughout the year except in the cold winter. Because Buxus megistophylla has a high survival rate, it can survive even in the high summer temperatures as long as it is watered thoroughly several times. However, it is important to protect the roots when transplanting small seedlings, and to transplant large seedlings with soil balls and ensure sufficient water.
Cultivation Management
Temperature: Buxus megistophylla prefers a humid environment and can be maintained outdoors as long as there are no cold winters, with no particular requirements for temperature.
Sunlight: Buxus megistophylla enjoys sunlight, so it should be planted in a place with good sunlight to promote growth.
Watering: Buxus megistophylla likes water and should not be short of water throughout the year, especially during the high summer temperatures. After planting new small seedlings, water immediately, then water again the next day and the third day after five days, which can ensure the survival of the seedlings. Watering sufficiently in winter can enhance cold resistance.
Fertilization: Apply sufficient base fertilizer when transplanting in autumn, apply nitrogen fertilizer in spring pruning to promote branching and leaf growth, and apply phosphorus-potassium compound fertilizer in early autumn to accelerate the lignification of one-year-old seedlings and enhance cold resistance.
Pruning
Buxus megistophylla is very resistant to pruning and can be pruned into various shapes, such as Buxus megistophylla balls, cylinders, etc. In addition to shaping needs, pruning once in spring and summer each year can restore the plant's vigorous vitality, promote branching and leaf growth, and maintain a pleasant shape.
Overwintering and Cold Prevention
Buxus megistophylla planted in the Huai River Basin does not require management in winter, but those planted near the north need attention in winter, as extreme cold weather can cause frost damage and affect the planting effect. When temperatures drop below zero, measures such as building windproof and cold-proof greenhouses or using oilcloth barriers can be taken, and plastic bags can be used in case of rain or snow. To ensure safe overwintering, advance measures such as watering, fertilizing, and pruning can enhance cold resistance.
The above information introduces how to plant Buxus megistophylla and the related content of its planting and maintenance, hoping it will be helpful to you!