Cultivation methods and precautions of knotweed

How to cultivate the fragrant

soil

Fragrant osmanthus likes fertile soil with good drainage and loose soil. Sandy soil is preferred and saline-alkali soil is avoided. For potted plants, a layer of broken tiles should be placed at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage.

Light and temperature

Fragrant osmanthus prefers a semi-shaded growing environment, a mild climate and is cold-resistant. In spring and autumn, the potted plants of Fragrant Hill need to be placed in a sunny place. When the sun is strong in the summer, the leaves tend to turn yellow and need shade. They can be placed in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance, but not too shaded. In winter, you can place your house indoors facing the sun and ensure that there is sufficient light. The temperature should be kept within a relatively mild range. It can tolerate low temperatures in winter, but be aware that excessive cold will delay flowering.

Watering and fertilizing

Fragrant osmanthus likes moisture, but is not tolerant to waterlogging. It needs to be watered frequently during the growing season to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Fragrant osmanthus likes fertile soil, so the base fertilizer must be applied sufficiently, and the topdressing does not need to be too frequent. Basically, apply nitrogen fertilizer or compound fertilizer once in spring and summer, apply some wood ash in autumn and winter, and apply some nitrogen fertilizer after flowering.

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Reproduction

The propagation of Fragrant Osmanthus can be done by sowing, division, cuttings and layering. Seeds are generally sown as soon as they are collected; division is carried out in early spring; cuttings are also carried out in early spring, from February to March, and transplanted the following year; layering propagation requires the selection of thick branches, burying them in the soil, and transplanting them in winter and spring.

Diseases

Fragrant osmanthus can be attacked by diseases such as white rot and viral leaf curl. The occurrence of these diseases is related to the maintenance environment. During the maintenance of the fragrant wood, prevention is the main approach, and if diseases are discovered, they need to be treated with pesticides.