When is the Best Time to Plant Osmanthus
This article introduces the best time for planting osmanthus and the knowledge of cultivating and managing osmanthus trees, let's learn about it together.
Osmanthus is evergreen throughout the year with lush branches and leaves, blooming in autumn with a fragrance that fills the air. It prefers a warm and humid environment and is relatively easy to cultivate, making it a favorite for many families. Many people keep it at home for care. Let's introduce the planting methods of osmanthus from four aspects: time selection, soil preparation, potting inspection, and starting to plant.
1. Time Selection
Planting osmanthus in spring is more suitable because at this time, the growth of osmanthus will be better. After planting, it will recover more quickly, and its survival rate is higher than at other times.
2. Soil Preparation
The planting of osmanthus has certain requirements for soil. It is recommended to choose a loose, fertile, and well-ventilated slightly acidic soil, as this is more helpful for its growth. Garden soil can be used directly. If you want it to grow faster, you can add a little humus and a small amount of organic fertilizer. You can also choose to mix some pebbles into the soil to increase the distance between the soil particles and improve soil permeability.
3. Potting Inspection
Before planting in a pot, old, dry, and weak branches need to be cut off, and the condition of the root growth should be checked. If there are old or diseased roots, they need to be cut off. And it needs to be disinfected, otherwise, the root recovery will be slower.
4. Starting to Plant
Thoroughly mix organic fertilizer with the soil, then fill the soil directly into the pot, avoiding direct contact between the roots and the soil. Fill it to an appropriate height and place the processed osmanthus seedling into the pot. Then fill the soil around it, and after filling, gently tap the pot to make the soil adhere to the roots. Press the soil lightly with your hands without too much force, as this may damage the roots. After filling, watering can begin. Watering should be reduced on cloudy days, and more water is needed during dry weather in summer and autumn.
The above is a specific introduction to when it is the best time to plant osmanthus and the cultivation and management of osmanthus trees, hoping to bring some flower knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.