How to Cultivate Osmanthus
Let's talk about how to cultivate osmanthus and share some small experiences in green plant maintenance regarding osmanthus cultivation techniques and management. Let's learn about it together below.
Osmanthus prefers a warm and humid environment and does not have high requirements for the soil for planting. It is suitable to grow in slightly acidic soil. Osmanthus likes moisture but should not be overwatered; waterlogging can cause the leaves to turn yellow and the roots to rot. During the cultivation process, pay attention to timely fertilization and proper maintenance. Next, I will introduce the methods of cultivating osmanthus and precautions in detail.
I. Cultivation Methods
1. Soil
Osmanthus is suitable for growing in loose and fertile slightly acidic soil. You can mix leaf mold, garden soil, river sand, and cake fertilizer in a ratio of 2:3:3:2 to make the growing medium.
2. Light
Osmanthus loves sunlight and can be exposed to light all day. In high summer temperatures, it needs to be shaded. It requires sufficient sunlight before flowering to promote bud differentiation.
3. Watering
Osmanthus likes moisture and can be watered regularly, but avoid waterlogging. Water promptly when the soil is dry, and make sure to water thoroughly.
4. Fertilization
During the growing period, osmanthus can be fertilized every 15-30 days, mainly with liquid fertilizer. Apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer before and after flowering to supplement nutrients.
II. Precautions
1. After osmanthus flowers, the spent flowers need to be removed, and excess branches should be pruned. Dead, diseased, and weak branches of osmanthus should also be pruned promptly to benefit its growth.
2. Osmanthus is not suitable for growing in low-temperature environments. In cold northern winters, the trunk of the osmanthus tree needs to be wrapped with plastic film to prevent the plant from freezing.
The above is a detailed explanation of how to cultivate osmanthus, techniques, and management, for everyone's reference and suggestions!