How to prune the branches and leaves of osmanthus and the best pruning method

The best time to prune an osmanthus tree is when it is still in the seedling stage. At this time, the upright branches of the osmanthus tree can be used as the main trunk, and then some side branches can be left. Then, it can be pruned into a more beautiful shape. It can be pruned again when the osmanthus tree is in the sapling stage.

Osmanthus pruning method

1. Remove the buds

The bud removal of Osmanthus fragrans should be done in spring when the new buds just sprout or when the new shoots begin to grow. They need to be cut off before the new shoots grow into wood. This is done to save a lot of nutrient output and retain the rapid development and growth of the branches. Bud removal can be done several times a year.

2. Topping

Pinching is mainly to remove the growing new shoots, removing the tender buds at the top. This can control the growth height of the new shoots, promote the growth of branches and stimulate the division of side branches. If the main trunk grows too fast, the branches will become too long or too thin, and competing branches will appear. At this time, pinching can be used to adjust the situation.

Notes on pruning osmanthus

The flowering period of osmanthus is mostly in October of the Gregorian calendar in autumn. The flowering period will last for more than 20 days. The petals will gradually fall off, and they need to be pruned quickly after flowering.

In addition, the time of pruning must be controlled well. If you do not have time or forget to prune, you cannot prune at this time. Pruning when the temperature is low is useless.