The flowering period of tiger head jasmine
Double flowers as white as snow bloom layer by layer, and Tiger Head Jasmine has conquered countless gardening enthusiasts with its unique graceful flower appearance. This Jasmine variety with a special gene not only blooms for as long as 4 months, but also becomes the focus of summer courtyards because of its elegant fragrance. But if you want it to bloom every year, you need to master exclusive maintenance rules. 1. Summer flowering characteristics of tiger head jasmine 1.1 The ornamental feast of long standby stretches from the first bud in May to the last batch of remaining flowers wither at the end of August. Tiger head jasmine proves its ornamental value with a flowering period lasting for 120 days. Each flower can reach 6-8 centimeters in diameter, and 40-60 petals are arranged in a spiral, like carved jade in the morning dew. 1.2 The three elements of environmental control need to ensure 6 hours of scattered light every day and shade protection at noon. Maintaining air humidity of 60%-70% can be achieved through the tray water storage method. Flower bud differentiation is most active when the soil temperature is maintained at 18-25℃. 2. Analysis of key points for flowering maintenance 2.1 Pruning taboos and coping strategies Genetic defects make it difficult to form callus, and pruning during flowering can easily lead to pruning and wilting. If it is necessary to deal with residual flowers, it is recommended to keep 1 cm of pedicels to fall off naturally and use a wound healing agent to seal the wound. 2.2 Precise fertilization schedule Apply balanced fertilizers with nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium during the germination period in March, and switch to potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution (1:1000) during the budding period in April. Stop fattening immediately after blooming to avoid accelerating metabolism and causing premature decline. 2.3 Pest and pest prevention system When July is hot and rainy, azadirachtin is used every week to prevent red spiders. Immediately kill aphids when discovered, use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol to avoid using chemicals to damage petals.
Through scientific environmental control and meticulous maintenance, even tiger head jasmine with genetic defects can bloom again every year. Remember the "three no principles": no pot change, no direction change, and no pruning during flowering, combined with thin fertilizer and diligent application, this summer elf will surely bloom in the most amazing posture.