Lige begonia is a very beautiful flower, but in order to make its cuttings have a high survival rate, you need to master certain skills and methods. The following are the key steps to improve the survival rate of Lige Begonia cuttings:
1. Choose the right branches.
When cutting begonias, it is important to choose healthy shoots. It is advisable to choose those branches that are healthy, free of pests and diseases, with a few leaves, preferably semi-lignified. Avoid using shoots that have already been infested by pests and diseases, as these can affect the survival rate of cuttings.
2. Prepare the soil.
The soil texture of cuttings should be breathable, permeable, and have a certain water retention capacity. Therefore, you can choose to mix some lightweight materials such as vermiculite, perlite, coconut peat and so on. At the same time, add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer to the soil to provide sufficient nutrients to the branches.
3. Control temperature and humidity.
After cuttings, Lige Begonia needs to maintain a suitable temperature and humidity. In the summer heat, soil moisture can be maintained and the temperature can be lowered by covering the film. In the winter, when the temperature is low, it can be maintained by covering it with insulation film or moving it indoors for curing.
Fourth, reasonable fertilization.
During the rooting period of Lige begonia cuttings, reasonable fertilization is also very important. Some rooting fertilizers such as water-soluble fertiliser can be used to promote root rooting and growth of shoots. But be careful not to over-fertilize so as not to cause damage to the shoots.
5. Timely transplanting.
When the begonia shoots have taken good root and grown new leaves, they need to be transplanted in time. Be careful not to damage the root system when transplanting, and it is best to use some light materials such as vermiculite for cultivation to keep the soil permeable and breathable. After transplanting, pay attention to maintaining the right temperature and humidity, and gradually increase the light to help Lige Begonia adapt to the new environment.
In short, in order to improve the survival rate of Begonia cuttings, it is necessary to pay attention to selecting suitable branches, preparing suitable soil, controlling temperature and humidity, fertilizing reasonably and transplanting in time. Following these steps can greatly improve the survival rate of Lige Begonia cuttings.