Osmanthus fragrans seed sowing method

Osmanthus fragrans seeds sowing time

The best time to sow osmanthus seeds is in April and May and August and September each year. When the seeds crack and turn white, they can be sown. The osmanthus seeds sown in these two time periods have the highest germination rate and grow the best.

After germination, osmanthus seeds need to be cultivated in the seedbed for more than 2 years. They can be transplanted and planted in the 3rd year, and can bloom 8-10 years after planting.

Osmanthus fragrans seeds sowing in summer

Osmanthus trees can be grown in summer, but the survival rate will be greatly reduced compared to spring and autumn. This is because water evaporates quickly in hot weather. If they are not shaded, the branches and leaves will easily become dehydrated. In addition, there will inevitably be wounds during planting, which are prone to bacterial infection. Therefore, you must choose the right time for planting. It should be done on a cloudy day or in the evening.

Osmanthus fragrans seed sowing method

Osmanthus tree seeds are suitable for sowing in spring from February to April. Soak them in advance and sow them when the seeds crack and turn white. When sowing, place the hilum on its side to avoid affecting the growth of the seedlings. After sowing, cover with a layer of fine soil, level the bed surface, and then cover with a layer of straw. Then use a fine-meshed spray bottle to spray water thoroughly to keep the soil moist.

Seed treatment

Sweet osmanthus trees need to be processed before sowing. After the seeds are cleaned, soak them in potassium permanganate solution for 15-20 minutes, rinse them in water, dry them and sow them.

Seed germination

Osmanthus tree seeds will germinate about 7 days after sowing. When sowing osmanthus tree seeds, because osmanthus tree seeds will be affected by factors such as personal planting methods and temperature conditions, about 7 days is just an estimated time.

Seed germination

After the osmanthus tree seeds germinate, the soil needs to be loosened and weeded in time. The growth rate is slow during the seedling period, and thinning is generally not required. Appropriate density and thinning are sufficient. At this time, the plants are more shade-tolerant, and shade measures need to be taken in summer. If the soil is dry, water it in time, preferably in the morning or evening. Water it thoroughly and evenly, and drain it in time during the rainy season.