How to propagate Zizhu Mei
Today, I bring you a small experience of life, how to propagate Zizhu Mei and the knowledge of Zizhu Mei propagation methods and timing for green plant maintenance. Next, let's introduce it.
Zizhu Mei is native to the Mexico region of the United States. It not only has beautiful flowers but also has high medicinal value, thus winning the favor of many people and expanding its cultivation area. Zizhu Mei prefers a warm and humid growing environment, is shade-tolerant, has poor cold resistance, is afraid of direct sunlight, and grows best at temperatures of 20°C-30°C. The main method of propagation is cutting. Let's understand the propagation methods of Zizhu Mei from aspects such as cutting time, branch processing, cutting process, and regular maintenance.
1. Cutting Time
Zizhu Mei can be propagated all year round, but the best cutting time is every autumn. The autumn temperature is suitable for the growth and development of Zizhu Mei after cutting, which can greatly improve the survival rate of Zizhu Mei.
2. Branch Processing
Select a healthy branch about 5-8 centimeters long on the mother plant, ensuring there are 3-4 nodes on the branch, cut the incision at a 45-degree angle to ensure smoothness, then soak the branch in clean water for about 12 hours, apply antiseptic and anti-inflammatory drugs to the wound, and place it in a well-ventilated and shaded area to dry, avoiding infection.
3. Cutting Process
Prepare soil with good breathability and drainage, insert the processed branch directly into the soil without inserting it too deep, about 2-3 centimeters is fine, then press the pot soil with your hands, and wrap the branch with plastic film to keep it moist.
4. Planting and Maintenance
Water thoroughly after cutting, then place it in a shady place for maintenance, control the amount of watering to keep the soil slightly moist; when fertilizing, follow the principle of applying thin fertilizer frequently, especially during the growth period of Zizhu Mei, you can increase the amount of fertilizer appropriately; after it adapts to the environment, it can be maintained normally. Under normal conditions, it will take root and sprout in half a month.
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