How to prune and maintain Osmanthus fragrans?

Osmanthus fragrans is also known as golden osmanthus, thousand-mile osmanthus , and ten-thousand-mile osmanthus, which shows how strong the fragrance of Osmanthus fragrans is. Moreover, when the sweet olive blooms, it is fresh and elegant, and the fragrance is pleasant, so it is also deeply loved by flower lovers. Let’s talk about how to prune and maintain the sweet olive.

1. Seed selection and sowing

1. Seed selection: Choose healthy, disease-free and insect-free Murraya seeds with smooth surface and bright color.

2. Sowing: Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then sprinkle the seeds on fertile, well-drained soil, cover with a thin layer of soil, keep the soil moist, and the seeds will germinate in about 1-2 weeks.

2. Watering and fertilizing

1. Watering: Osmanthus fragrans likes a humid environment, but is not resistant to waterlogging. Water in moderation, keep the soil moist and avoid waterlogging. During the high temperatures in summer, pay attention to watering in the morning and evening, and avoid direct sunlight at noon.

2. Fertilization: During the growth period of Osmanthus fragrans, apply decomposed organic fertilizer once a month, such as chicken manure, cow manure, etc. During the flowering period, some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied to promote the growth and opening of flowers.

3. Light and temperature

1. Light: Osmanthus fragrans likes plenty of sunlight and needs at least 6 hours of sunlight every day. Insufficient light will affect the growth and flowering of Osmanthus fragrans.

2. Temperature: Osmanthus fragrans can adapt to a wide range of temperatures, but the most suitable temperature is 15-30℃. When the temperature is low in winter, move the sweet olive indoors to avoid being affected by the cold.

4. Pruning and pruning

1. Pruning: Osmanthus fragrans grows fast and needs regular pruning. After flowering in spring, it is necessary to promptly cut off the withered branches and flowers to keep the plant neat and beautiful.

2. Pruning: Osmanthus fragrans has many branches and requires proper pruning. Every spring and autumn, the branches of the Osmanthus fragrans can be pruned to make its branches more luxuriant.

5. Pest and disease control

1. Diseases: Common diseases of Osmanthus fragrans include leaf spot and rust. When the disease is found, the diseased leaves should be cut off in time and fungicides should be sprayed for prevention and control.

2. Pests: Common pests of Murraya aromatica include aphids, red spiders, etc. When insect pests are discovered, they can be controlled using common household methods such as wood ash and laundry detergent, or they can be sprayed with pesticides.

That’s it