Osmanthus, as one of China's traditional famous flowers, is deeply loved by people for its unique fragrance and beautiful posture. In family gardening, osmanthus not only beautifies the environment but also brings a pleasant mood. Osmanthus cutting is a common method of propagating osmanthus trees. This article will introduce in detail the method and timing of osmanthus cutting to help新手 friends easily master family gardening skills.
Osmanthus cutting method1. Choose the right cutting time
The best time for osmanthus cutting is usually in spring and autumn every year. Spring cutting can be carried out from March to May, and autumn cutting is between September and November. During this period, the temperature is suitable, which is conducive to cutting survival.
2. Choose healthy osmanthus branches
The branches of osmanthus for cutting should be healthy branches with vigorous growth and no diseases and pests. The length of the branches is usually about 10-15 centimeters, moderate in thickness, and preferably with a diameter of 0.5-1 centimeter.
3. Cutting and disinfection
Cut the selected osmanthus branches into sections about 15 centimeters long, with smooth incisions. After cutting, disinfect the incisions with 75% alcohol or 0.1% potassium permanganate solution to prevent infection by germs.
4. Cutting matrix
The matrix for cutting osmanthus can be river sand, perlite, or vermiculite, etc. Mix these materials evenly to facilitate ventilation and drainage.
5. Cutting operation
Insert the disinfected osmanthus branches into the cutting matrix, with a depth of about 3-5 centimeters, and pay attention to keeping the branches upright to avoid upside-down insertion.
6. Watering and covering
After cutting, water thoroughly immediately to facilitate root formation. To keep the soil moist, cover it with plastic film or sunshade net.
Osmanthus cutting time1. Spring cutting time
The best time for spring cutting is from March to May, when the temperature gradually rises, which is conducive to the rooting of osmanthus branches.
2. Autumn cutting time
The best time for autumn cutting is from September to November, when the temperature is moderate, which is conducive to the rooting of osmanthus branches.
Precautions:
1. Management after cutting
The cut osmanthus branches need to maintain appropriate humidity and temperature, avoid direct sunlight, water regularly, and keep the soil moist.
2. Pest and disease control
During the process of osmanthus cutting, pay close attention to the occurrence of pests and diseases and take timely measures to control them.
3. Survival rate
The survival rate of osmanthus cutting is relatively high, generally above 70%. By mastering the correct cutting method and timing, the survival rate can be greatly improved.
Osmanthus cutting is a simple and easy-to-learn family gardening skill. By mastering the method and timing of osmanthus cutting,新手 friends can easily propagate beautiful osmanthus trees. It is hoped that the detailed introduction in this article can help gardening enthusiasts, allowing more people to enjoy the beauty brought by osmanthus.