How to propagate chrysanthemums by cutting
If you want to know how to propagate chrysanthemums by cutting and the knowledge about the cultivation and management of chrysanthemums, let's learn about it together.
Many people who keep chrysanthemums at home will leave the tender shoots. Without proper treatment and control, the divided plants obtained after the chrysanthemums bloom are generally few and not aesthetically pleasing. Therefore, it is particularly important to do a good job in the cutting propagation of chrysanthemums. First, cut a strong branch from the chrysanthemum, retain one terminal bud and some leaves, then apply an appropriate amount of root powder to the lower part of the branch and insert it into the prepared soil, pressing lightly. If you want to root faster, you can also dip it in honey water, rice vinegar, or aspirin solution before cutting. I will introduce the details to you below.
1. Cutting Method
Firstly, cut a 20 to 25 cm long branch from the strong main plant of the chrysanthemum with a special scissor, disinfect the scissor before and after cutting. Only retain one branch on the cutting, except for the terminal bud and the retained leaves, other leaves can be removed. Generally, the branches with terminal buds have a better growth momentum.
Secondly, prepare fertile soil for cutting. You can add river sand and plant ash to the soil, which helps the roots of the chrysanthemum to breathe and grow. Then apply an appropriate amount of root powder to the lower part of the branch after cutting and insert the branch into a small hole in the soil, pressing lightly. Chrysanthemums are plants that like fertilizer, and they should be watered and fertilized frequently. You can cover with plastic film if necessary, and they usually root quickly.
2. Rooting Method
Generally speaking, the cuttings can root in ten to fifteen days. If you want to speed up the rooting process, you can add some appropriate agents during the cutting process, such as honey water solution, diluted rice vinegar, or aspirin solution. Before inserting the branch into the soil, dip the lower part of the branch into honey water, or soak it in diluted rice vinegar or aspirin solution, take it out to dry in the shade, then make a small hole in the prepared matrix, insert the branch, cover with soil, to a depth of 1/3 of the branch, water moderately to make the branch and soil combine better and keep the soil moist. Place it in a place with scattered sunlight for cultivation, and it can root quickly.
3. Care Points
After the roots have taken hold, creating a good care environment is also very important for the growth of chrysanthemums. Chrysanthemums like to grow in warm and humid environments, with a temperature of 20-23℃. It is best to place them in a sunny place, and make good shading measures should be taken in the strong sunlight of summer. Ensure 4-5 hours of sunlight every day, as excessive exposure can cause the leaves to turn yellow. In terms of watering, water once a day in spring and autumn; in summer, water can be combined with spraying to maintain the humidity around the pot; in winter, water when it is dry.
Chrysanthemums can grow in slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soil. Use garden soil, decomposed leaf soil, and sand soil in a ratio of 4:3:3, and you can add some organic fertilizer as a base fertilizer during the preparation to increase the fertility of the matrix. This kind of soil has good breathability and drainage, which is very suitable for the root growth of the plant. In terms of fertilization, just apply a base fertilizer after the cutting is completed, and there is no need to add additional fertilizers. When the plant adapts to the environment, you can apply some nitrogen fertilizer to promote growth. During the growing period, ensure sufficient fertilizer and water, apply calcium phosphate liquid fertilizer once a week, and loosen the soil before fertilizing to allow the chrysanthemum to grow better.
The methods of propagating chrysanthemums by cutting and the introduction of cultivation and management shared above can be used as a reference suggestion for everyone.