What rootstock should be used for grafting Osmanthus fragrans?

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1. Ligustrum

2. Water wax

3. Tassel

4. Small-leaf holly

A wide range of rootstocks can be used for grafting Osmanthus fragrans. Many trees of the Oleaceae family can be used as rootstocks, such as ligustrum lucidum, water wax, fringed holly, and small-leaf holly. Choosing Ligustrum lucidum or small-leaf holly as rootstock is beneficial to its rapid growth, but the grafting position should not be too high. The root system of water wax is more developed and can provide good drought resistance as rootstock. Tassels are often used for grafting in the north because they can increase cold resistance and help survive the winter.

1. Ligustrum lucidum

Ligustrum lucidum and Osmanthus fragrans both belong to the Oleaceae family. They have good affinity and can accelerate the growth of Osmanthus fragrans after grafting. In order to avoid the grafting area from breaking, it is generally necessary to find a lower location. The interface should also be longer to make the fit between the two stronger. After the grafting is successful, don't rush to remove it. Wait until it sprouts in the second year.

2. Water wax

Water Wax and osmanthus are also plants of the Oleaceae family. Its root system is more developed and the supply of water and nutrients is sufficient. Not only does the grafting have a high survival rate, but it also provides good drought resistance. However, due to the slight difference in the thickness of their branches, the overall shape may not be very beautiful.

3. Tassel

Tassel tree Compared with the above two, it is superior in cold resistance, so it is very suitable as a rootstock for northern grafting. It can grow naturally in saline soil and requires relatively little planting. At the same time, it can also provide sufficient nutrients to make the sweet-scented osmanthus bloom more lushly. Pay attention to fertilizing during the growth period to avoid thin growth at the top and thick growth at the bottom.

4. Small-leaf holly

Small-leaf holly Holly is not holly, but a plant of the genus Ligustrum of the Oleaceae family, which is closer to the sweet-scented osmanthus. When grafting, the position should be chosen lower to avoid being thick at the top and thin at the bottom.

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