When is the best time to graft osmanthus
The editor will tell you about when it is best to graft osmanthus and the best time and methods for grafting osmanthus in the knowledge of flowers and plants. If there is anything wrong, please correct it!
The fragrance of osmanthus is unique, and many friends like it, especially when the osmanthus flowers are full on the tree, the fragrance lasts for a long time, making people feel comfortable and happy. So how to graft osmanthus? Usually, we choose to graft osmanthus trees in spring and autumn, among which spring grafting is the best, mainly using cut grafting and slot grafting methods. How to do it specifically? Let's continue to read!
I. The grafting time of osmanthus tree
Generally speaking, grafting osmanthus trees in spring is the best, because spring is the season of revival, and the growth rate of plants is very fast. Moreover, the climate is warm and humid, which is conducive to the healing of the grafting joints.
II. The grafting methods of osmanthus tree
Previously, we mentioned that the grafting methods of osmanthus trees usually include cut grafting and slot grafting. According to long-term work practice, we have found that both grafting methods have their own suitable time periods. Cut grafting is more suitable in spring, while slot grafting is the best choice in autumn. Now it is spring, so let's mainly talk about cut grafting.
1. Preparing the rootstock
First, find a pot with good growth and select one of the strong branches as the rootstock. Then, when preparing the rootstock, cut the branch horizontally 10-15CM away from the ground and dig a U-shaped slot about 2.5CM long on one side of the rootstock. The slot doesn't need to be too deep, just exposing the xylem.
2. Processing the scion
Select one-year-old, healthy and disease-free branches from the strong mother osmanthus tree as scions. Note that the scions should preferably have 2 leaves and 3 new buds. Then, cut the bark layer on one side of the bottom of the scion to expose the xylem.
3. Grafting
Put the processed scion into the U-shaped slot of the rootstock and make the xylem of the scion and the rootstock fit closely together. Finally, tie them firmly with a rope. If the grafting is successful, the plant will grow normally after a while.
The above introduction of when it is best to graft osmanthus and the comprehensive method of the best time and methods for grafting osmanthus is hoped to be a piecemeal approach to solve your problems with green plants.