Zanthoxylum bungeanum cuttings are a commonly used propagation method, which has the characteristics of simple, fast and efficient. The following will introduce a simple method for cutting pepper trees.
1. Select cuttings.
Choose healthy, pest-free branches of the year's pepper trees as cuttings. It is best to choose cuttings in spring or autumn, when the shoots are highly active and easy to root.
2. Prepare the soil.
The soil texture of cuttings should be loose, breathable and well-drained. You can choose peat soil, vermiculite, and perlite to mix in a ratio of 1:1:1, and add an appropriate amount of carbendazim for disinfection.
3. Handle cuttings.
Cut the selected pepper tree branches into 10-15 cm long segments, keeping 2-3 leaves. Soak the cut cuttings in the rooting powder solution for 10-15 minutes, then remove them to dry.
Fourth, cuttings. Insert the treated cuttings into the prepared soil to a depth of about two-thirds of the length of the cuttings. Gently compact the soil so that the cuttings are in close contact with the soil.
5. Management. 1.Keep the soil moist, but not over-wet. Water regularly while paying attention to ventilation.
2.After cuttings, place them in a cool and ventilated place away from direct sunlight.
3.Regularly check the growth of cuttings and remove wilted leaves and shoots in a timely manner.
6. Transplanting. When the root system of the cuttings is well developed and new leaves are growing, they can be transplanted into larger potting soil, gradually increasing the light to promote their growth.
The above is a simple way to cut the pepper tree. As long as you follow the steps and pay attention to the management details, you can easily breed healthy pepper trees.