Abstract: Osmanthus tree is a beautiful plant widely planted in the southern region. But sometimes, we will find that the osmanthus trees grow very slowly and the flowers are not very bright. At this time, grafting is a good choice. Grafting can speed up the growth rate of osmanthus trees and make the flowers more colorful...
Osmanthus tree is a beautiful plant widely planted in the southern region. But sometimes, we will find that the osmanthus trees grow very slowly and the flowers are not very bright. At this time, grafting is a good choice. Grafting can speed up the growth rate of osmanthus trees and make the flowers more colorful. This article will introduce how to graft osmanthus trees and what to pay attention to.
What is grafting?
Grafting is the connection of two different plant parts together, allowing them to grow into a single unit. Normally, we connect the upper part (branches) of one plant to the lower part (roots) of another plant.
Why graft osmanthus trees?
Grafting can allow osmanthus trees to reach maturity in a short period of time, and can also improve the quality and number of flowers. Grafting can also prune the crown to make the osmanthus tree more beautiful.
When will the
be grafted?
Grafting is best carried out in spring, because osmanthus trees grow most rapidly at this time, the plants have shorter healing time, and the survival rate will be higher.
What tools are needed for grafting?
Grafting requires the use of scissors, saws, knives, rope and other tools. These tools must be kept sharp and clean to avoid causing damage to plants.
What are the steps of grafting?
Select a branch of moderate diameter on the osmanthus tree to be grafted and cut it into a V shape. Cut an identical V shape into the lower part of another plant. Align the two V shapes respectively and tie them tightly with a rope. Apply resin protection to the cut.
Maintenance measuresgrafting requires regular inspections after grafting to ensure that the joint parts heal well, weeds and harmful insects are removed in a timely manner, and timely watering and fertilizing are also needed to maintain the healthy growth of osmanthus trees.
Precautions for grafting During the grafting process, there are some matters that must be paid attention to. The two plants selected must belong to the same species or be closely related. Pay attention to the location and size of the cut and should not be too shallow or too deep. Attention should also be paid to factors such as ambient temperature and humidity.
Fragment types of osmanthus trees Osmanthus trees can be grafted with many plants. Common ones include red maple, cherry blossoms, wisteria, persimmon, walnut, etc.
What plants work best?
Grafting with walnuts has the best effect. After grafting, the osmanthus trees will be healthier and the survival rate will be higher.
Preparations before grafting require preparations before grafting, such as selecting a suitable site, cleaning and disinfecting tools, and familiarizing yourself with grafting techniques.
Issues that need to be paid attention to after grafting There are many issues that need to be paid attention to after grafting, such as environmental temperature and humidity, watering and fertilization. In addition, attention needs to be paid to timely handling of pests and diseases that occur.
Causes and solutions for grafting failure There are many reasons for grafting failure, such as too shallow the cut during grafting and too high ambient temperature. Solutions include re-grafting, changing the grafting position, etc.
Advantages of grafting Grafting can allow the osmanthus tree to reach maturity in a short period of time, and the quality and number of flowers will also be improved. At the same time, grafting can also prune the crown of the osmanthus tree, making it more beautiful.
Disadvantages of grafting Grafting has certain risks. If it is not handled properly, it will cause damage to the osmanthus tree. In addition, the survival rate is not 100%.
Through the introduction of this article, we learned about the methods and precautions for grafting osmanthus trees. As long as you master grafting skills and pay attention to various problems, you can make osmanthus trees stronger and healthier and the flowers more vivid and beautiful.