When is the best time for camellia cutting to have a high survival rate
Today, I will introduce to you the knowledge about when to cut camellias for a high survival rate in the field of green plants and flowers. Please refer to the detailed introduction below.
When is the best time for camellia cutting to have a high survival rate
Camellia cutting mainly depends on temperature, and the season is just a reference. In the south, you can cut 365 days without any dead angle, as long as you pay attention to temperature control and moisture retention in summer, which does not affect the survival rate. The most suitable temperature for camellia cutting is between 18 to 28 degrees Celsius, with a temperature difference of 8 degrees Celsius between day and night. Northern gardeners cut based on air temperature as the standard for cutting time.
When is it easiest to cut camellias for survival
Camellia cutting mainly depends on temperature, and the season is just a reference. In the south, you can cut 365 days without any dead angle, as long as you pay attention to temperature control and moisture retention in summer, which does not affect the survival rate.
The most suitable temperature for camellia cutting is between 18 to 28 degrees Celsius, with a temperature difference of 8 degrees Celsius between day and night. Northern gardeners cut based on air temperature as the standard for cutting time.
Our country has a vast territory with a significant temperature difference between the four seasons. If we judge cutting based on the season, in our Fujian area, the temperature is still above 20 degrees Celsius in the eighth lunar month, which is suitable for cutting.
But at that time, the temperature in some parts of the north is already below 15 degrees Celsius. Cutting at low temperatures is definitely not feasible. Temperature is the only standard for cutting plants.
How to cut camellias to improve the survival rate
Camellia cutting branchesFor camellia cutting branches, it is best to use healthy lateral buds that are about two years old. Too young branches tend to lose water and wither, and too old branches have reduced cell activity and are not easy to root.
Tools for pruning branches should be disinfected with disinfectants such as carbendazim to prevent bacterial infection when pruning.
Branches should be pruned to about 10 to 15 centimeters, retaining the top 4 buds and 2 leaves. The bottom of the cutting branch should be pruned at a 45-degree angle. Soak the cutting branches in an 800 times solution of "naphthylacetic acid" rooting agent for half an hour before cutting.
Camellia cutting substrateWhen cutting camellias, the soil should be clean and sterile, with good breathability and water permeability, and a pH value slightly acidic.
You can mix coconut bran, perlite, and river sand in a ratio of 4:3:3. The cutting substrate must not contain nutrients. If you can't find mixed materials for cutting, you can directly use river sand.
Camellia cutting management after planting① After cutting, move the camellias to a bright and well-ventilated position and care for them for about 10 days.
After 10 days, if the leaves do not turn yellow and maintain light, you can move the pot to a position with 3 hours of sunlight per day, making sure not to expose it to strong sunlight.
② Keep the cutting material slightly moist before cutting and spray frequently to maintain the moisture of the branches after cutting, increasing the humidity of the environment. Water thoroughly 48 hours after cutting, and continue the watering method of "not watering when dry and watering thoroughly when watering" in later stages, maintaining a spray 3 to 5 times a day.
③ In dry northern areas, you can use wire or bamboo stakes as supports during cutting, then cover them with plastic bags to create a simple mini greenhouse, which can increase humidity in the small environment and ensure the survival rate of cuttings.
The above-sharing of when to cut camellias for a high survival rate in green plants and flowers may provide you with some help in life!