Can the trunk of the osmanthus tree be cut off?

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1. Can it be sawed off?

2. Maintenance after sawing

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The main trunk of the sweet-scented osmanthus tree can be sawed off. A trunk that is too tall is not only difficult to care for, but also consumes too much nutrients. It needs to be sawed off, leaving about half a meter high. After sawing, the wound should be smeared with plant ash first, and then sealed with wax or paint to avoid pests and diseases. In addition, make sure the temperature is between 15-28°C, which is more conducive to its recovery. Don't water too much before the new shoots grow. After the new shoots grow, start strengthening water and fertilizer management to help them grow quickly.

1. Can it be sawed off?

1. Can it be sawed off?

The trunk of the osmanthus tree can be sawed off. Generally, the height of sawing is selected according to the size of the pot, usually half a meter high is sufficient. Make sure its roots are well developed before sawing off, so new shoots will grow quickly. At the same time, ensure that the environment is suitable for its growth, and water and fertilize appropriately to avoid various problems caused by inadequate maintenance.

2. Maintenance after sawing

1. Disinfection and sealing: The sawed trunk is easily infected with bacteria, and moisture will also be lost from the wound, so it needs to be disinfected and sealed in time. Plant ash can be evenly applied on the surface of the wound, wait until it is slowly absorbed, and then apply wax or paint on it.

2. Increase the temperature: The sawn-off Osmanthus tree should be In an environment of 15-28℃, this is more conducive to its recovery. If the room temperature cannot be controlled, cut it off in spring so that the temperature is more suitable and branches can sprout quickly.

3. Proper watering: In order to make the sawn-off osmanthus tree germinate as soon as possible, it needs to be watered properly. The amount of water should not be too much, because the plant does not need much water, and if it does not absorb water, the roots will be damaged. After the new shoots grow, water more to help it grow.

4. Supplement fertilizer: After the new shoots grow, add A little fertilizer will help it grow even more. Fertilizers are mainly nitrogen-based and are intended for the growth of new shoots, branches and leaves. Wait until summer to start applying more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote flowering. Apply organic fertilizer once before winter to help it survive the winter safely.

2. Maintenance after sawing

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