Osmanthus pruning time and method

1. Pruning time

There are three main periods of time in a year when osmanthus trees need to be pruned. The first section is from March to April every year, when it grows new buds. The second period is from October to November, after the flowers have faded. The third winter dormancy period is from January to February.

2. Pruning method

1. Early spring pruning: When it grows new branches in early spring, it needs to be pruned. At this time, first cut off the dry branches on the plant, and then cut off the top 3-5cm of the main branch together with the new buds. This will encourage it to grow more new branches, making it grow more lush.

2. Pruning after flowering: After its flowers wither, you need to immediately cut off the remaining flowers. If there are diseased branches, you can cut them off together. This allows it to save more nutrients, which is very beneficial for it to survive the winter.

3. Winter pruning: In winter, it grows very slowly and is not easily injured by pruning. So a re-cut can be done. At this time, you can first cut off all the poorly growing branches, shorten the branches that are too long, and thin out the branches that are too dense. This will be more beneficial for its growth next year.