Perfumed flowers, shiny leaves and fast growth: jasmine is the perfect climbing plant to transform any space into a lively corner. But only with the right and constant care is really kept in shape.
Jasmine: Word that evokes summers in flower and perfume in the air. But behind the beauty of this plant there is a routine made of targeted attention. It is not enough to water it at random or give it a pruned on the fly: whoever has a jasmine knows that a careful eye is needed, especially in seasonal changes. The risk? Being with bare branches and few flowers just when it should explode with perfume.
Yet, with some simple tricks, it is possible to have a luxuriant jasmine: full of green leaves, fragrant for a long time and capable of flourishing several times a year. Just know what to do, when to do it and why. Whether in pot or in the garden, each jasmine needs to be guided. Like a screw that climbs, it needs support. And that support is you.
In this guide you will find a concrete plan to grow it successfully: season after season, with tricks for the pruningthe Propagation for cuttingand strategies to protect it from rain, heat and stress.
Health jasmine all year round: Practical strategies Season per season
Those who cultivate Gelsomini for some time know: every month brings different needs. From winter frost to autumn rains, to summer drought, the secret is to adapt the treatments following the rhythm of the plant.
Here is a synthesis of the key actions to keep the jasmine always vigorous:
- February-March: dry pruning to stimulate new vegetation
- April-May: organic fertilization and parasitic control
- June-July: regular irrigation and flowering support
- August: removal of dried flowers and second light fertilization
- September-October: control of drainage and protection from humidity and rains
- November-Genoa: suspension fertilizer and coverage in cold areas
These passages, if respected, allow the plant to develop strong branches, bright leaves and abundant blooms.
How to protect jasmine from rain
Water is life, but too much humidity weakens the roots and stains the leaves. After long thunderstorms, it is useful to lift the pots from the ground with spacers and check that the saucers do not hold water. In the garden, a breathable sheet can limit stagnation. When it rains often, it is better to suspend irrigation and ventilate the ground.
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Summer jasmine: how to keep it fragrant in August
With the torrid heat, the risk is that flowering stops. Water early in the morning, spray the leaves and cut off the dry flowers . A light potassium -based fertilizer can prolong a few weeks flowering.
What to do if the jasmine appears weak or with off leaves
When the leaves yellow or fall, the problem is often linked to too much water, little light or lack of nutrients. A brighter position, a more draining substrate and the addition of humus can solve in a few days.
Pruning of the jasmine: the secret for abundant flowering
Protting jasmine is a delicate but fundamental gesture. Doing it at the wrong time can reduce flowering of the following year. Doing it well, however, means giving new energy to the plant.
One is like an artist who has space to express himself: more light, more air, more flowers.
The right time to prune the jasmine
Generally, pruning is carried out at the end of the winter or immediately after the main flowering, between February and March. For jasmine that bloom in the summer, it is better to intervene immediately after the end of flowering. Never prune close to the frost: the plant remains injured and weakens.
Correct techniques to stimulate new jets
Cut the dry branches at the base, eliminate the intertwined ones and shortens the too long ones. Use very sharp and disinfected cessoie. After pruning, it fertilizes slightly to help vegetative recovery. Even thinning the foliage slightly favors a more uniform flowering.
Jasmine Tale: multiplies plants without costs
It’s like creating a clone of your favorite plant. And with jasmine, it is easier than it seems. You don’t need to be experts: just choose the right period and follow a few steps.
Successfully propagating jasmine is a bit like turning on a spark: if the base is healthy, everything else will follow.
When to make the jasmine cutting
The best time is between May and July, when the plant is growing. Avoid too hot or dry periods. Choose young branches but not too tender, about 15 cm long and with at least two knots.
Passing technique for cuttings in pot or garden
Before starting, make sure that the mother plant is healthy and well developed: strong and resistant cuttings are obtained from a good base. The cutting is a simple technique but which requires a minimum of attention in detail. The right environment, a precise cut and the right humidity will make the difference in the results.
- Cut a healthy branch with clean scissors
- Delete the low leaves leaving only 2-3 tops
- Immerse the base in the rooting powder (optional)
- Plant in a pot with peat and humid sand
- Cover with a transparent bag to create greenhouse effect
- Keep in the bright shadow and check the humidity every 2-3 days
After about 4 weeks, the first roots should be visible. At that point it can be transplanted into a larger vase or directly on the ground.
Errors to avoid in the cultivation of this climbing
Even those with the green thumb can commit false steps. The jasmine, although resistant, reacts badly to certain repeated carelessness.
Recognizing the most common mistakes is the first step in avoiding them in the future.
Jasmine that does not bloom: what blocks it?
The main causes are insufficient light, incorrect pruning and lack of nutrients. A jasmine in the shade will produce many leaves but few flowers. Attention also to the type of fertilizer: too much nitrogen stimulates vegetation but not flowering.
Symptoms of excess water or little light
Yellow leaves, marks at the base, slow growth and absence of new jets are alarm bells. Often it is enough to change the position to the plant or improve drainage to see it reinvigorate within a few weeks.
Jasmine in pot or in the garden? What is the best choice?
The location is everything. Cultivating jasmine in pot offers more flexibility: you can move, repair, adapt. In the garden, however, it has space to grow freely, but requires well -drained soil and an airy position.
In pots, choose containers at least 30 cm deep and with good drainage. In the garden, the ground work well with compost and sand. In both cases, attention to wind and stagnation.
Better vase or earth? It depends on the available space, but also on the climate: in cold areas, the pot allows you to protect the winter plant. In mild areas, the earth allows faster and more lasting development.
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