How to propagate osmanthus seedlings by cuttings
The editor introduces to you how to propagate osmanthus seedlings by cuttings and the knowledge about the cutting methods and timing of osmanthus tree propagation, followed by an introduction for everyone.
Osmanthus not only has a beautiful shape and fragrant flowers when in bloom but is also very easy to propagate. You can simply cut a few branches from the tree and propagate them by cuttings. Generally speaking, select branches with strong vitality and keep them in a shaded and well-ventilated place while maintaining moisture. If the cuttings are done in summer or autumn, the success rate will be even higher. How to do it? Let's continue to read on!
1. Timing for osmanthus cuttings.
There are two suitable times for osmanthus cuttings, one in May and the other in September, which is the summer and autumn season we mentioned earlier. This is because the temperature is suitable during these two periods, the branches have sufficient nutrients and strong vitality, which can promote better rooting after cutting. If cuttings are done when the temperature is low, they can be placed indoors or covered with a layer of film to keep warm. Conversely, if the temperature is high during the cutting, relevant shading work needs to be done.
2. Method for osmanthus cuttings
First, select branches with strong vitality from the mother plant, preferably those that have bloomed, with a length of about ten centimeters, leaving a pair of leaves on top, and removing all other leaves. Then, dip the branches in a small amount of rooting hormone and insert them into the flower pot. It is important to keep the soil moist and place it in a shaded and well-ventilated area, spraying water every two days. After a month, the branches will be able to root. Once they grow bigger, they can then be transferred to a flower pot.
The above is a specific introduction to how to propagate osmanthus seedlings by cuttings, the cutting methods, and timing of the osmanthus tree, hoping to bring some plant knowledge to green enthusiasts.