Why is jasmine called the death flower? A detailed guide to growing it

On the path of growing flowers, many flower lovers like plants with lots of blooms, and it is even better if the flowers also carry a good meaning; what they fear most is an "unlucky death flower." Today we are introducing one such "death flower" that everyone has misunderstood - jasmine. In fact, it has nothing to do with death; what the ancients wanted to express was that it has the value of treating the sick, and its medicinal value includes treating ailments such as indigestion and ulcers.

Jasmine is a warmth-loving, sun-loving plant. It produces many flowers, and after blooming it gives off a strong fragrance that is long-lasting; when the temperature is high and the fragrance concentration is high, it may even smell foul. As the national flower of Pakistan, it is a relatively easy flower to care for. Its growing temperature should ideally be kept above 15 degrees. In summer, when providing light, you should shade it appropriately during high temperatures, because too long in direct sunlight will make the leaves dry out and turn yellow, so the duration and intensity of light should be controlled. In winter it fears the cold, so it should be moved indoors in time, otherwise it is prone to cold damage.

For watering, follow the "water when dry, stop when wet" method, which means watering only when the potting soil feels slightly dry to the touch. When watering, soak it thoroughly in one go; this allows water to fully penetrate to the roots. It is recommended to water 2-3 times per week. However, be careful not to overdo it, otherwise it easily causes waterlogging and leads to the flowers rotting. Also, when repotting, choose a pot one size larger, which can help air circulation.

For soil and fertilizing, it is recommended to replace the potting soil about once every two years. This ensures the soil's fertility and good drainage, and during repotting you can also add some decomposed organic fertilizer to the soil as a base fertilizer. Later, during the growing season (spring and autumn), use a general-purpose slow-release fertilizer and nutrient solution as supplements, while paying attention to the type and amount of fertilizer.

Regarding pest and disease prevention for jasmine, its common pests are mostly aphids, and the mold caused by powdery mildew, gray mold, and the like. At this time, as long as you check more carefully, you can buy the corresponding insecticide at a flower shop to deal with them.