How to Prune and Propagate Night Blooming Jasmine (Raat ki Rani) for More Flowers Night Blooming Jasmine ( Cestrum nocturnum ) is one of those plants that can transform an ordinary balcony into a fragrant evening garden. During warm weather, its small greenish-white flowers release a powerful fragrance after sunset. However, this fast-growing shrub can become difficult to manage in a container. You may have noticed long, thin branches spreading over the balcony railing, fewer flowers than expected, or a plant that produces plenty of green leaves but very few fragrant flower clusters. Sometimes, an older Raat ki Rani looks attractive for a few weeks during its flowering season and then becomes an untidy collection of long branches. Regular pruning can help solve these problems. It encourages branching, removes damaged growth and helps maintain a compact shape. Healthy branches removed during pruning can also be used to propagate new plants through stem cuttings....
How to Grow Aromatic Aster: Easy Care Tips for Beautiful Blooms Aromatic aster is a beautiful, low-maintenance flowering plant that brings a burst of color to the garden when many summer flowers are beginning to fade. Its daisy-like flowers, attractive foliage, and pleasant aromatic scent make it an excellent choice for natural-looking borders, pollinator gardens, rock gardens, and containers. Unlike many plants that need constant attention, aromatic aster is fairly easy to grow once it receives enough sunlight and well-drained soil. It is also valued by bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects because its late-season flowers provide an important source of nectar. In this guide, we will cover everything you need to know about aromatic aster care , including its size, leaves, bloom time, watering needs, propagation, growing it from seeds, and tips for growing aromatic aster in pots. What Is Aromatic Aster? Aromatic aster is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant belonging t...