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Choose the Right Time for Cutting, Select Healthy Cuttings of Nandina, Prepare the Cutting Medium, Perform the Cutting Operation, Care and Management Tips

Nandina domestica, also known as the巴西 iron tree, is loved by many for its elegant shape, unique leaf form, and strong shade tolerance. Among home flower enthusiasts, Nandina has become one of the must-have green plants. Let's introduce in detail the cutting propagation method of Nandina to help you easily grow more beautiful Nandina plants.

Choose the Right Time for Cutting

The best time for cutting Nandina is in spring and autumn when the temperature is moderate, conducive to cutting survival. The optimal time for spring cutting is from March to May, and for autumn, it's from September to November.

Select Healthy Cuttings of Nandina

Selecting healthy Nandina cuttings is key to successful cutting. Choose vigorous, disease-free branches, preferably the middle part of the branches for cutting, with a length of 10-15 cm being ideal.

Prepare the Cutting Medium

The cutting medium for Nandina should be well-ventilated and well-drained. Common cutting media include perlite, river sand, and vermiculite. Mix these materials in a 1:1 ratio to serve as the cutting medium for Nandina.

Perform the Cutting Operation

1. Cut the lower end of the Nandina cutting diagonally, with the diagonal surface about 1 cm long to increase contact area with the medium.

2. Insert the cut branches into the cutting medium, with a depth of about 1/3 of the branch length.

3. Lightly spray water with a spray bottle to make the cuttings adhere closely to the medium.

Care and Management

1. Keep the cutting medium moist, spray water 1-2 times a day, but be careful to avoid waterlogging.

2. Maintain the ambient temperature between 20-25℃, as too high or too low temperatures will affect the cutting survival rate.

3. Every 10 days or so, foliar spray with diluted compound fertilizer solution to supplement nutrients.

4. Observe the rooting of the cuttings. When the roots reach 2-3 cm in length, they can be transplanted into pots.

Precautions

1. During the cutting process, avoid direct sunlight to prevent the branches from withering.

2. Regularly check the branches during the cutting process and deal with any pests or diseases promptly.

3. After the cuttings have taken root, water and fertilize them in time to keep the soil moist.

The cutting method of Nandina is not complicated. As long as you master the skills, you can easily propagate more beautiful Nandina plants. Let's get started and let the beauty of Nandina spread throughout our homes!