Yellow Magnolia, also known as Yellow Magnolia, is an evergreen tree belonging to the Magnoliaceae family. It boasts intensely fragrant flowers and beautiful tree shapes, making it a renowned ornamental tree species. Yellow Magnolia thrives in well-drained, loose, fertile, slightly acidic soil. Proper fertilization is essential for its maintenance. Let's delve into the fertilization timing and methods for Yellow Magnolia.
1. Fertilization Timing
Fertilization is divided into three periods: pre-flowering, flowering, and post-flowering.
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Pre-flowering: Supplement the plant with nutrients by applying moderate amounts of potassium and phosphorus fertilizers.
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Flowering: Apply moderate amounts of compound fertilizer during flowering, ensuring that the plant roots do not come into direct contact with the fertilizer.
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Post-flowering (after autumn): No fertilization is necessary to ensure the plant's ability to withstand severe cold.
2. Types of Fertilizers
When selecting fertilizers, it's best to choose low-concentration phosphorus and potassium fertilizers and apply them generously. Additionally, natural organic fertilizers from animals and plants, as well as soybean cake water, can be chosen. Apply fertilizer at a ratio of 1:9 after it has decomposed. These fertilizers can supplement nutrients, promoting healthy growth and ensuring quality.
3. Fertilization Methods
During flowering, Yellow Magnolia requires frequent and dilute fertilization. In spring, choose low-concentration fertilizers to prevent excessive nutrient accumulation. Additionally, water the plant regularly and avoid root contact with fertilizers to prevent burns. In summer, opt for diluted fertilizers to ensure effective nutrient absorption.
4. Precautions
Before applying fertilizers, it's crucial to understand the plant's growth environment to ensure proper maintenance and fertilization effectiveness. Yellow Magnolia prefers a warm and humid climate and acidic soil. Maintain suitable planting conditions by ensuring adequate warmth during cold seasons (with a minimum temperature not lower than 5 degrees Celsius) and moisture during hot seasons. Providing partial shade while ensuring sufficient sunlight is essential to prevent adverse effects on its lifespan and quality.
Above are the fertilization timing and methods for Yellow Magnolia. It favors phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, but in low concentrations and applied in diluted form. Regular and evening fertilization is advisable.
