Prunus triloba, also known as red plum or mountain plum, is a deciduous small tree with extremely high ornamental value. Its flowers are abundant and colorful, with significant ecological and ornamental values. It is widely planted in various parts of China and is loved by people. How to propagate Prunus triloba? This article will introduce the propagation methods of Prunus triloba in detail.
Propagation by sowing1. Seed collection: After the fruits of Prunus triloba mature, collect the seeds, select mature and plump fruits, crush them, and remove the seeds.
2. Seed treatment: Store the collected seeds in sand for 2-3 months, keeping the sand moist during this period.
3. Sowing: In spring or autumn, choose a plot of land with fertile soil and good drainage for sowing. Before sowing, deeply turn and level the soil, then sow with a row spacing of 20-30 centimeters and a plant spacing of 10-15 centimeters.
4. Management: After sowing, water thoroughly and keep the soil moist. After the seedlings emerge, thin and transplant them, and strengthen fertilization and water management to promote seedling growth.
Propagation by cutting1. Cutting time: Spring or autumn is suitable for propagation by cutting.
2. Cutting material: Select healthy branches of Prunus triloba free from diseases and pests, and cut them into cuttings 10-15 centimeters long.
3. Cutting method: Insert the cuttings into the soil, with a depth of 1/3-1/2 the length of the cutting, spaced 20-30 centimeters apart in rows and 10-15 centimeters apart in plants.
4. Management: After cutting, water thoroughly and keep the soil moist. Gradually reduce the frequency of watering after the cuttings take root, and strengthen fertilization and water management.
Propagation by grafting1. Grafting time: Spring or autumn is suitable for propagation by grafting.
2. Grafting material: Select healthy branches of Prunus triloba free from diseases and pests as scions, and choose branches of Prunus triloba with similar diameter as rootstocks.
3. Grafting method: Use methods such as cleft grafting or bud grafting for grafting.
4. Management: After grafting, strengthen fertilization and water management, keep the soil moist, and promote healing of the grafting site.
Propagation by division1. Division time: Spring or autumn is suitable for propagation by division.
2. Division method: Dig up the healthy Prunus triloba plants, divide the roots into several parts, and retain a certain number of roots and branches in each part.
3. Management: After division, plant in plots with fertile soil and good drainage, and strengthen fertilization and water management.
These are several propagation methods of Prunus triloba, including propagation by sowing, propagation by cutting, propagation by grafting, and propagation by division. Choosing the appropriate propagation method based on actual needs and conditions can effectively improve the propagation efficiency of Prunus triloba. Hope this article is helpful to you.