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 Gardenia (Gondhoraj) in Pots: Soil Mix, Sunlight, Watering and Flowering Secrets Walk past a blooming Gardenia on a warm evening, and you will probably notice its fragrance before you see its flowers. Known as Gondhoraj in India, Gardenia jasminoides is one of the most loved fragrant flowering shrubs. Its creamy-white flowers, glossy evergreen leaves and rich fragrance make it a beautiful choice for balconies, patios and home gardens. However, growing Gardenia in pots is not always easy. You might bring home a healthy plant covered with flower buds, only to find those buds turning brown and falling off a few days later. Sometimes the leaves begin turning yellow, new growth becomes weak, or the plant produces plenty of leaves but very few flowers. The problem is usually related to growing conditions rather than a lack of fertilizer. Gardenias need slightly acidic soil, consistent moisture, good drainage and suitable sunlight. They also dislike sudden environ...