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....
Can Mums Be Planted in Fall in Zone 5-6? Yes, But Do It By This Date Buying colorful mums in September or October is an easy way to add fall color to the garden. But many gardeners are disappointed when those mums do not come back the following spring. The problem is not always the cold. Often, the mum was planted too late to develop enough roots before winter. Yes, mums can be planted in fall in USDA Zones 5 and 6 , but timing and plant type matter. For the best chance of survival, choose a hardy garden mum and plant it about six weeks before your area's first frost. For Zone 5, early September is a good target. In Zone 6, aim for early to mid-September. Later planting is possible while the ground remains workable, but winter survival becomes less predictable. Garden Mum vs. Florist Mum: Which One Should You Buy? This is the most important distinction to make before planting. Garden mums are grown for outdoor use and are often labeled "hardy mum" or "garden mum....