The first pruning of osmanthus fragrans is best when it is still in its infancy. At this time, you can take the upright branches of osmanthus fragrans as the trunk, then leave some side branches, and then trim them into beautiful shapes, and then trim them when they are young.
Pruning method of osmanthus fragrans branches and leaves
1, Budweiser wipe
The budding of osmanthus fragrans should be carried out when the new buds just germinate or begin to germinate in spring, and the new buds should be cut off before they grow into lignification. This is to save a lot of nutrient output and maintain the rapid development and growth of branches. You can smear buds many times a year.
Step 2 pick your heart
Picking is mainly to remove the growing new shoots and buds at the top, which can control the growth height of new shoots, promote the growth of branches and stimulate the differentiation of lateral branches. If the trunk grows too fast, the branches will be too long or too thin, and there will be a phenomenon of fighting for branches. At this time, it can be adjusted by pinching.
Notes on Pruning Osmanthus fragrans
The flowering period of osmanthus fragrans mostly occurs in June 5438+ 10 in the autumn solar calendar. The flowering period will last more than 20 days, and the petals will gradually fall off. After flowering, it needs to be trimmed quickly.
In addition, the pruning time must be controlled. If it is too late to trim or forget to trim, you can't trim at this time. Pruning is useless when the temperature is low.