Silky jasmine is a beautiful plant that is loved by people for its unique form and fragrant floral fragrance. In order to maintain the health and beauty of the jasmine, regular pruning is necessary. Below we will introduce the pruning method of weeping jasmine.
1. Pruning time
Pruning of weeping jasmine is mainly carried out in spring and autumn. The climate in these two seasons is suitable for the growth and recovery of plants. Summer is the peak growth period for weeping jasmine, and heavy pruning should be avoided at this time so as not to affect its normal growth.
Second, the pruning step.
Clean up dead leaves and broken flowers: First of all, clean up the dead leaves and broken flowers of weeping jasmine. These dead leaves and residual flowers not only affect the appearance of the plant, but can also cause diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to clean up regularly to keep the plants healthy.
Prune branches: Choose healthy branches and cut off weak, crossed, parallel branches. When pruning, leave some leeway to avoid over-pruning that can cause damage to the plant.
Tidying up the tree shape: By pruning, the shape of the weeping jasmine is more beautiful and layered. Depending on your personal preference and the growth of the plant, you can choose the right tree shape.
Disinfect the wound: After pruning, the cut should be disinfected to prevent bacterial infection. It can be disinfected with herb ash, carbendazim and other drugs.
Fertilization: After pruning, proper fertilization can be applied to promote the growth of weeping jasmine. Organic fertilizers such as well-rotted animal manure or plant residues can be chosen.
3. Precautions.
When pruning, be careful not to damage the cortex and bud eyes of the plant, so as not to affect its normal growth.
When disinfecting wounds, it is necessary to pay attention to the use of appropriate drugs, and do not use irritating drugs, so as not to cause harm to the plant.
Fertilize in moderation and do not over-fertilize to avoid harm to plants.
Silky jasmine prefers a warm, moist environment, so take care to maintain the humidity and temperature of the environment.