How to prune osmanthus

Article Catalog

1. Pruning time

2. Topping

3. Prune weak branches

4. Timely thinning and pruning

---

Pruning of sweet-scented osmanthus is generally done during the growth and dormant periods, by timely topping to control its height and promote the growth of side buds. If it grows poorly or is diseased, weak and diseased branches need to be pruned to avoid wasting nutrients and spreading disease. Proper thinning and pruning are also required during daily care to ensure good internal ventilation and light transmission, so that it can grow better.

1. Pruning time

1. Pruning time

The pruning time of Osmanthus fragrans is usually in the seedling stage or growth stage. At this time, due to its vigorous growth, it can recover quickly after pruning, which is also beneficial to controlling the plant shape. However, it can also be pruned appropriately during the dormant period in winter to reduce the absorption of water and nutrients, so that it can grow more lushly in the second year.

2. Topping

After the sweet-scented osmanthus grows to a certain height, it should be topped in time. Topping is a great way to control plant height and also helps promote the growth of lateral buds. Lateral bud growth can make the plant look lusher and allow the flowers to bloom more densely.

3. Prune weak branches

If the sweet-scented osmanthus grows poorly or encounters diseases and insect pests, it is necessary to prune diseased and weak branches. Pruning off weak branches allows nutrients to be concentrated on stronger branches, making them grow better. Diseased branches should be detected and pruned early, and treated intensively to avoid the spread and recurrence of the disease.

4. Timely thinning

It is sometimes not good for Osmanthus to grow too lushly. The branches and leaves outside are too dense, resulting in insufficient ventilation and lack of light inside, which can easily breed bacteria and cause diseases. Therefore, it must be properly thinned to ensure ventilation and light transmission inside to reduce the possibility of disease.

2. Topping

3. Prune weak branches

4. Timely thinning and pruning

- END -