How to extend the blooming period of the white magnolia? Practical care methods to share
The white magnolia is a very beautiful flower, also known as the spring-welcoming flower. Its flowers are pure white and elegant, and when it blooms it is fragrant all around. Many people feel its blooming period is too short to appreciate and savor, and want to extend the blooming period of the white magnolia. So how do you extend the blooming period of the white magnolia?
1. If you need to transplant it
If some flower lovers need to transplant it, try to do so before it blooms in spring or after the leaves fall in autumn. When transplanting, it is best to dig out the root system together with a ball of soil. Do not transplant with bare roots, otherwise the roots are easily damaged during transplanting. Bringing along a ball of soil can protect the plant's root system. Before potting, remove some leaves first, which can reduce water loss.
2. Control of various factors
For the white magnolia, there are many factors that can affect the length of its blooming period. As for light, it must be sufficient; this is the most basic requirement, because photosynthesis is very important for plants. If sufficient light and photosynthesis are ensured, its flowers will also bloom more brilliantly.
During its growth period, we should provide sufficient water and nutrients according to its specific needs. In addition, to prevent weeds from absorbing the nutrients in the soil, we also need to weed around the plant to provide sufficient nutrients for the plant to bloom. Doing so helps extend the blooming period. Finally, there is temperature control. In a warm environment it is easier to bloom, and the blooming time will also become longer. We can extend the blooming period by raising the temperature.
3. Shaping and pruning
Before the leaf buds sprout, we can carry out shaping and pruning once, which can help its blooming. The white magnolia's healing ability is not very good, and its growth rate is also average, so when we prune, we must prune appropriately and must not cut a lot. It is only necessary to cut off the leggy branches and the diseased, dry and aged branches. After pruning, a layer of anti-corrosion film can be applied to protect the wounds, and it also promotes healing, and can also prevent invasion by bacteria in the soil and rainwater, thus effectively extending the blooming period.