In the world of gardening enthusiasts, cutting is an economical and environmentally friendly method of propagation. Traditionally, cutting usually targets branches or flowers. However, with the continuous development of gardening techniques, we have excitingly discovered that many flowers' leaves also have the potential for cutting propagation. Let's uncover which flower leaves can be easily cut to add more vitality to your garden.
Which flowers' leaves are suitable for cutting?1. Chrysanthemum leaves: Chrysanthemum leaves have a high success rate for cutting, which is suitable to be done in spring. Simply insert healthy chrysanthemum leaves into sandy soil, maintain the appropriate humidity and temperature, and they will soon take root and sprout.
2. Violet leaves: Violet leaves are also simple to cut. Insert the leaves into moist soil, keep the soil wet, and they will take root in about a month.
3. Rose leaves: Cutting rose leaves requires a certain skill, but as long as the method is mastered, the success rate is not low. Insert the rose leaves into sandy soil, maintain the appropriate temperature and humidity, and wait patiently for them to take root.
4. Lavender leaves: Lavender leaves are relatively easy to cut. Simply insert the leaves into moist soil, maintain the appropriate humidity and temperature, and they will take root and sprout.
Precautions during the cutting process1. Choose healthy leaves: Before cutting, select healthy leaves and avoid using leaves with diseases, pests, or wilt.
2. Maintain appropriate humidity and temperature: During the cutting process, maintain the appropriate humidity and temperature to facilitate root growth.
3. Pay attention to lighting: Cut leaves need an appropriate amount of light, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.
4. Prevent diseases and pests: During the cutting process, pay attention to the growth of the leaves. If diseases or pests are found, deal with them promptly.
Maintenance after successful cutting1. Fertilization: After successful cutting, fertilize promptly to promote plant growth.
2. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
3. Pruning: Regularly prune the plant to maintain an attractive shape, which also helps with plant growth.
Through the introduction of this article, I believe everyone has a more in-depth understanding of which flower leaves can also be easily cut for successful propagation. In future gardening practices, you might as well try leaf cutting propagation to add more beautiful flowers to your garden. Pay attention to the precautions during the cutting process and the maintenance after successful cutting to ensure your flowers grow robustly.
References:
《Gardening Techniques Manual》, China Agricultural Publishing House, 2018 edition.
《Flower Propagation Techniques》, China Forestry Publishing House, 2019 edition.