The murraya paniculata, also known as the orange jasmine in different parts of the world is one of the famous plants especially in the Australian region. Gardens that contain this specific plant are a sight to witness as they are very attractive not only for the humans but also if you are planning on attracting the birds, bees and butterflies over it. If you are planning on getting one for yourself or want to grow this particular plant in your garden, then we are here to tell you all about it. Let’s find that out;
- Light
One thing to focus upon when planning on growing an orange jasmine in your garden is that you need to protect it from direct sunlight and heat. Set your plant somewhere where it receives morning sunlight or where is gets broken light throughout the day.
- Soil
This specific plant needs to be soiled in such a way which doesn’t contain any roundworms in it. One has to be careful of the soil you are growing the plant in as it shouldn’t be waterlogged otherwise it won’t work in it. If your soil is the sort which lacks drainage in it, you can improve the quality of the soil by adding leaf mulch, chopped bark or compost organics to help it get better.
- Water
Whenever you feel that the 2 inch from the top feels dry, you are supposed to water the plant thoroughly. If you are talking about specific time duration as to when to water the plant, it is best that you water them once a week. However, if you are someone who lives in a hot area then a frequent need may be required to water the plants. Just make sure that you are not letting the plant to stand in water or muddy soil.
- Temperature
When talking about the right temperatures of the plant to grow best in, it is recommended that the humidity levels should be 50% and the temperatures should be around 40 Fahrenheit. However, one should be aware of the fact that the tolerance level of plant is such that it can bear low levels of humidity as well.
- Pruning
When the plant is young, it grows at a massive rate on a quicker level. It is due to this reason, the plant may require regular pruning to keep the shape intact. Pruning is not only important to keep the shape alive but also for removing the dead branches or the parts which are damaged or dead.
Hope these above tips and tricks are handy for you to follow and grow your own murraya paniculata from Evergreen Growers at home.
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