What season does sweet-scented osmanthus bloom and how long is its flowering period?

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1. What season does it open?

2. How long is the flowering period?

3. How to manage the flowering period

It has many varieties, and different varieties have different flowering times. However, from a seasonal perspective, most blooms occur in autumn, with the specific time being between September and early October. Among them is a variety of Siguigui, which blooms in all seasons. The overall flowering period is also relatively long, lasting for half a year, with blooms occurring every two or three months. Most other varieties are open for more than 20 days. If you want to extend the flowering period, you must pay attention to management.

1. What season does it bloom?

There are many varieties, and the natural flowering time of different varieties is also different. However, from a seasonal perspective, most of them are concentrated in autumn, specifically between September and early October. Among the common varieties are golden osmanthus, silver osmanthus and red osmanthus. There is another variety called Sijigui. As you can tell from its name, it can bloom in all seasons. However, compared to other varieties, it has fewer flowers and a lighter fragrance.

2. How long is the flowering period

Its overall flowering period is not long-lasting, usually lasting more than 20 days. However, if the flowering period is managed properly, the time will be extended, and the longest will not exceed 2 months. Although the flowers are small when they bloom, their fragrance is strong and spreads far, so they are also very popular. Of course, the flowering period of Osmanthus osmanthus lasts longer. The total time is about half a year, and it blooms every two or three months.

3. How to manage the flowering period

If you want it to bloom longer, you must pay attention to the management of the flowering period. Get plenty of sun and fertilize frequently before flowering. Normally place it in a light place, just block it when there is strong light. In terms of fertilization, fertilizer seeds should be selected scientifically, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be applied before flowering to promote flower bud differentiation. However, after flowering, you need to reduce the light and stop fertilizing, otherwise the branches and leaves will become vigorous and the flowering period will end early. Also, reduce the amount of watering.

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