Cuttings are a commonly used method of flower propagation by which new flower plants can be bred. So, which flowers are suitable for cuttings? The following will introduce some flowers suitable for cuttings, and briefly explain the methods and precautions for cuttings.
1. Flowers suitable for cuttings.
1.Rose.
Roses are a common flower and one of the plants that are great for cuttings. Cut the young branches of the roses and insert them into the soil to keep the soil moist and take root and sprout quickly.
2.Jasmine.
Jasmine is also a great plant for cuttings. Choose healthy jasmine shoots, insert them in the soil, keep them moist, and new jasmine plants will grow in no time.
3.Honeysuckle.
Honeysuckle is a plant with climbing properties that is ideal for propagation by cuttings. Choose healthy honeysuckle shoots, insert them in the soil, keep them moist, and they will take root and sprout quickly.
4.Chrysanthemum.
Chrysanthemums are also a suitable plant for cuttings. Choose the young branches of the chrysanthemum, cut them to the appropriate length, insert them in the soil, keep them moist, and new chrysanthemum plants will soon grow.
5.Four seasons begonias.
Begonias are a very beautiful flower and are also very suitable for propagation by cuttings. Cut off the shoots of the begonias, insert them into the soil, keep them moist, and they will soon take root and sprout.
Second, the cutting method.
1.Choose healthy shoots.
Choose healthy, pest-free shoots for cuttings, which can increase the survival rate.
2.Pruning strips.
Cut the branches from the mother plant, the cut should be smooth, and the length is generally about 10-15 cm.
3.Handle the branches.
Dry the cut shoots in a cool and ventilated place, or treat them with rooting powder to promote rooting.
4.Insert the soil.
Insert the treated shoots into the soil, keep the soil moist, and place them in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance.
5.Conservation management.
After cuttings, keep the soil moist, avoid direct sunlight, and spray water regularly to moisturize. When the sprouts have grown, the amount of light and fertilizer can be gradually increased to promote growth.
3. Precautions.
1.Soil selection.
When cuttings, choose soil with good air permeability and good drainage, which can be made by mixing vermiculite, perlite and other materials.
2.Temperature control.
The temperature of cuttings should be suitable, generally kept between 20-30, too high or too low temperature will affect the rooting effect.
3.Humidity control.
After cuttings, the soil should be kept moist, but not too wet, too wet can easily cause root rot. You can spray an appropriate amount of water to moisturize according to the actual situation.
4.Keep out of direct sunlight.
After cuttings, it should be avoided from direct sunlight, and it can be maintained in a cool and ventilated place so as not to affect the rooting effect.
5.Pest and disease control.
After cuttings, we should pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases, and the growth of plants can be checked regularly, and prevention and control measures should be taken in time when pests and diseases are found.
6.Fertilization management.
When the new shoots have grown, the amount of fertilizer can be gradually increased to promote plant growth. Fertilizers containing nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium can be selected for fertilization.
In conclusion, there are many kinds of flowers suitable for cuttings, and different flowers have different cutting methods and precautions. When cuttings, attention should be paid to the selection of healthy branches, temperature and humidity, avoiding direct sunlight, pest control, fertilization management, etc., to ensure the success of cuttings and promote plant growth.