How to fertilize osmanthus and what fertilizer is best

1. Fertilization time

First of all, when osmanthus is in its vigorous growth period, it has a relatively high requirement for fertilizer, specifically the period from germination in spring to the beginning of winter. Another thing is that you can use some base fertilizer when planting it.

2. Fertilizer Types

The base fertilizer used for planting can be some solid organic fertilizer, such as animal manure, etc. The fertilizers used during the growth period can be various types of liquid fertilizers. It is necessary to pay attention to multiple nutrients and do not apply fertilizers containing only one element.

3. Fertilization method

1. When applying base fertilizer, you can mix it directly into the soil after choosing it. It does not need to be diluted and the amount does not need to be too much. Then you can plant the osmanthus. When applying liquid fertilizer, it needs to be diluted appropriately and then sprinkled on the soil surface. Do not apply concentrated fertilizer.

2. Then the frequency of fertilization. The interval between two fertilizations can be about two weeks. If there is sufficient basal fertilizer in the soil, the interval can be slightly longer.

3. When osmanthus flowers just sprout, mainly nitrogen fertilizer is used, and phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer can be slightly less; afterwards, mainly phosphorus and potassium fertilizer are used, and less nitrogen fertilizer.

IV. Precautions

1. It is best not to apply fertilizer at noon when the temperature is very high. You can use it in the morning or evening.

2. Do not use raw fertilizer for osmanthus, otherwise it will damage the root system and seriously affect its health.