Is osmanthus easy to feed?
Whenever sweet fragrance wafts from the courtyard, it can always remind people of the elegant figure of osmanthus. What kind of care does this traditional plant, which carries the poetry of autumn, need? Many gardening enthusiasts often fall into the confusion of "it is easy to raise but not well." In fact, mastering a few key elements can make the golden osmanthus fragrant. Soil acid-base balance, the core element of osmanthus growth, root development directly determines plant health. Osmanthus flowers prefer slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5. It is recommended to use ferrous sulfate solution to adjust it every month for planting in the north. When potted, you can use the ratio of humus soil + peat soil + perlite in a ratio of 4:3:3, and lay ceramite on the bottom layer to enhance drainage. The principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" in the smart watering equation needs to be applied flexibly. Keep the soil moist in spring and autumn, spray the leaves in the morning and evening in summer, and control the water to the micro-tide of the basin soil in winter. Special reminder: Appropriate water control during the flower bud differentiation period (July to August) can promote flower quantity and return to normal watering during flowering. Is light, breathing, dual circulation osmanthus flowers easy to feed?
Ensure at least 5 hours of direct light every day, and the east-west facing balcony is ideal. A closed environment can easily cause coal pollution disease. It is recommended to turn the flowerpot 45 degrees every week and use it with a circulating fan to maintain air circulation. Cover the shade at noon in midsummer to avoid burning leaves. Advanced maintenance strategy The rhythm of nutrition supply is applied in March to promote new buds, phosphorus and potassium are added in June to help bud formation, and organic fertilizer is added in September to strengthen the root system. Thin fertilizer and frequent application are the key, and the concentration should not exceed 0.2%. Bone meal is buried in early winter to reserve energy for flowering in the coming year. Shape pruning art pruning after flower pruning to retain 2/3 of the current year's branches, and remove inner branches to enhance ventilation. The modeling method of "removing straight and leaving oblique" is used, and the aluminum wire coil is used to create an elegant tree appearance. Apply healing agent to the incision to prevent the invasion of germs.
Maintaining osmanthus flowers is like writing a four-season movement, and every maintenance detail is a moving note. From soil improvement to light control, from precise water supply to scientific fertilization, when these elements form a virtuous cycle, golden millet will eventually be harvested. Remember that observation is more important than care. The color of the leaves and the extension of the branches all tell the needs of the plant.