Cultivation methods and precautions of wood fragrance flower

How to grow wood fragrance flowers

Pot soil selection

For potted osmanthus, you need to choose a larger flowerpot and use suitable soil. Osmanthus likes loose, breathable, relatively fertile and well-drained soil. Applying some base fertilizer can increase the fertility of the soil.

Light and temperature

Osmanthus prefers a growing environment with plenty of sunlight, can tolerate partial shade, likes warmth, can tolerate cold but avoids heat. To grow osmanthus flowers, it is necessary to ensure a suitable temperature. In the high summer temperatures, cooling measures can be taken. In the low winter temperatures, they can be placed indoors to avoid frostbite. It should be noted that the osmanthus flower is afraid of direct sunlight during the seedling stage and needs to be shaded.

Watering and fertilizing

The woodruff likes a humid growing environment. The soil needs to be kept moist during the growing period, but water cannot accumulate. Generally, water thoroughly when the soil is dry, and pay attention to maintaining air humidity. In addition to applying enough base fertilizer, you also need to ensure sufficient nutrients during daily maintenance. You can apply decomposed, thin liquid fertilizer every 20 to 30 days. Be careful not to apply too much nitrogen fertilizer to avoid excessive growth and few flowers.

Precautions for the cultivation of wood fragrance flowers

prune

Osmanthus fragrans is usually pruned in late summer or after flowering, but can also be pruned in winter. Cut off the overgrown branches, dead branches and diseased branches of the osmanthus flower. After the flowers fade, you can cut off the remaining flowers and some branches. Strong new branches can be grown to produce more flowers next year. Note: do not cut too hard when pruning. Cutting off too many flower buds will reduce flowering.

Pests and diseases

The main disease of woodruff is root rot, which is mostly caused by water accumulation in the pot. The main pests are aphids and scale insects, which need to be discovered early and preventive measures taken.