Begonia flower, whose scientific name is apple in the family Rosaceae, is a common ornamental plant. It has beautiful flowers and a long flowering period, so it is loved by many flower lovers. The propagation methods of begonia flowers mainly include branching, cuttings and grafting. Among them, propagation by cuttings is one of the more common methods. So, what is the method of cutting begonia flowers?
The cuttings of begonia flowers are mainly divided into the following steps:
1.Choose branches: When taking cuttings in spring or autumn, choose healthy, pest-free branches of begonia flowers. The length of the shoots is generally between 15 cm and 20 cm, and the diameter is about 05 cm. It is best to choose annual semi-lignified branches, which have stronger growth capacity and a higher survival rate of cuttings.
2.Handle the branches: cut the selected begonia flower branches, and the cutting edge should be neat to avoid damaging the branches. The cut shoots can leave a section of the top tip to facilitate photosynthesis. At the same time, some rooting powder can be applied to the cut to promote rooting.
3.Prepare the substrate: The cutting substrate can choose humus, perlite, sand, etc. The substrate should be loose and well-drained, which is conducive to branch rooting. Place the substrate in a cuttings container, such as a plastic basin, glass bottle, etc.
4.Insert the substrate: Dig a small hole in the substrate and insert the treated begonia flower shoots into the hole. The depth of insertion is about half the length of the shoot, taking care not to bury the leaves in the substrate. After insertion, gently press the substrate by hand so that the shoots are in close contact with the substrate.
5.Management and maintenance: After cuttings, the substrate should be kept moist, and water can be sprayed appropriately to maintain humidity. At the same time, the cuttings container should be placed in a ventilated, scattered light place, avoiding direct sunlight. In such an environment, the begonia flower branches can take root in about a month.
6.Transplanting and planting: When the begonia flower branches have taken root, you can choose a suitable time to transplant them into outdoor or indoor pots. When transplanting, it is necessary to choose fertile, well-drained soil and apply fertilizer appropriately to ensure the growth and flowering of begonia flowers.
It should be noted that although the propagation of begonia flowers by cuttings is simple and easy, the survival rate is affected by many factors, such as temperature, humidity, light, etc. Therefore, when carrying out begonia flower cuttings, it is necessary to adjust and optimize them according to the actual situation to improve the survival rate of cuttings.