Is the yellow osmanthus cold-resistant?
Compared to most people, is the yellow osmanthus cold-resistant and related topics about the cultivation of the most prosperous vine plants and flowering plants, the editor will introduce to the netizens next.
The yellow osmanthus is a popular plant among netizens and has been favored by flower enthusiasts in recent years. It belongs to the same family as the well-known roses. Just like roses, it can bloom throughout the year as long as the temperature is suitable. However, the yellow osmanthus is different; it can only bloom in spring, while the other seasons are for growing branches and leaves. Because it produces a large number of flowers, the bright yellow flowers are very attractive, and thus many people enjoy cultivating it. However, many flower enthusiasts encounter a situation where the plant does not bloom after purchasing it, whether it's a large or small seedling. This is because you do not understand the yellow osmanthus and have not cultivated it according to its habits. The most common reasons are insufficient light and improper fertilization, which are the main reasons. Therefore, if we want it to bloom, we must cultivate it according to its habits.
Just like roses, the yellow osmanthus is not strict about soil requirements, but when we plant it in a pot, the soil must be properly prepared. I have always used a method of soil preparation, mixing nutrient-rich soil and river sand in a 1:1 ratio. The nutrient-rich soil can be peat soil or decomposed leaf soil, and river sand can be found at a construction site and sifted to remove dust. This kind of soil is breathable, water-permeable, and nutrient-rich.
The second point is fertilization. The yellow osmanthus has a growing season and a blooming season. Its cold resistance is slightly worse than that of roses. In spring, when it is time to bloom, it goes dormant in winter and starts growing in spring. Once it starts growing明显, we should supplement phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, such as using monopotassium phosphate, every 7 to 10 days. Stop fertilizing when the flowers are fully open. After the flowers fade, prune the branches promptly and then supplement with multi-element fertilizers. This will help the plant grow roots and branches and is less likely to suffer from diseases and pests, continuing until autumn. In autumn, it is necessary to supplement fertilizers with relatively high phosphorus and potassium content, which can increase its cold resistance and help the roots grow better, making it suitable for wintering in the north. In the south, you can continue to use multi-element fertilizers, with a frequency of 2 to 3 times a month. In winter, in the north, where it is dormant, do not fertilize. Just keep the potting soil moist to safely pass the winter.
The third point is lighting. Light is very crucial for the cultivation of yellow osmanthus. It is heat-resistant and loves light, so it should be placed in the sunniest area throughout the year. If you put it in a dark environment, it will grow branches but not bloom, and its branches will be very weak and malnourished. Even in summer, any season, it should be placed in the sunlight.
Next is watering. The yellow osmanthus has a well-developed root system. Water it when the potting soil is half dry or water it thoroughly if you are not good at controlling it. Just water it thoroughly when the soil is dry two to three centimeters down. This will not cause any problems because we have prepared the soil well, and basically, there will be no waterlogging or root rot.
The cultivation of yellow osmanthus is as simple as that of roses. The key is to ensure good ventilation. With good ventilation, it is less likely to suffer from diseases and pests. Under the premise of ventilation, water the soil when it is dry two to three centimeters down or half dry, and water it thoroughly. Choose different fertilizers according to the growing and blooming seasons. The soil must be well-draining. In this way, you will not have any problems, and it can bloom every year. If your yellow osmanthus does not bloom, remember to use phosphorus and potassium fertilizers during the blooming season and not nitrogen fertilizers, which will prevent it from blooming. If it is placed indoors without sunlight, it will also not bloom. It must have sufficient sunlight. These two points are the necessary conditions for it to bloom.
The above is a comprehensive introduction to whether the yellow osmanthus is cold-resistant and the most prosperous vine plants. I hope it brings some knowledge about green plants to green plant enthusiasts.