Sweet osmanthus has strong adaptability and can be planted by cutting branches. Cutting is also a kind of cutting, the method is simple and the survival rate is high. But the cutting time is required. It's best to do it between March and April in spring, when the new shoots have sprouted and the temperature is suitable, which is more conducive to rooting and survival.
1. Treatment of cuttings: the cuttings shall be selected from the age of young and middle-aged trees, and the strong, disease-free and full ones shall be selected. Select and cut into about 10 cm segments, then remove the lower half of the leaves, leaving only three or four leaves on top, so as to reduce water loss.
2. Prepare the soil: Sweet osmanthus likes the acid soil, so the pH of cutting medium should be between 5.5-6.5, and it should be loose and well ventilated. You can mix the sand, garden soil and rotten leaf soil by yourself.
3. Cutting maintenance: after the soil is prepared, the cuttings can be cut, and the cuttings can be inserted directly. Pay attention not to be too deep, otherwise it is not conducive to rooting. After inserting, pay attention to temperature control. The temperature is between 25 ° C and 28 ° C. more water should be sprayed to keep it moist. The humidity should be about 85%. Only when properly maintained can it survive successfully.
