Can chrysanthemum cuttings be grown hydroponically?
This article focuses on the experience of whether chrysanthemum cuttings can be grown hydroponically and the cultivation methods and precautions of chrysanthemum planting. Let's follow the editor to see the specific content!
Can branches with flowers be cut for propagation? Yes, but there is one thing to note.
Chrysanthemum comes in many varieties, with a wide range of flower colors and leaf shapes. Therefore, many people enjoy growing chrysanthemums. After winter, they produce a large number of flower buds, with a high blooming rate and a long blooming period, lasting until April or May. During this period, if you accidentally break a branch or if the plant has dense branches, the pruned branches with flower buds can be used for propagation. There are two methods for propagating chrysanthemums: hydroponic propagation and soil propagation.
If the branches have flower buds, it is recommended to cut them off because flowering consumes a lot of nutrients. After inserting the branches into water or soil, the rapid consumption of nutrients may result in slow root growth or even no root growth. Therefore, it is necessary to remove the flower buds first, then find a hydroponic container and insert the bottom of the branch into the water about two centimeters deep, add a few drops of root stimulant to the water, and place it in a bright area. When propagating chrysanthemums hydroponically, as long as the temperature is maintained at around 15 degrees Celsius, it usually takes 1 to 2 weeks to see the roots grow slowly and well. When the roots are sufficiently long and numerous, you can transplant them into potting soil for normal care. For hydroponic chrysanthemums, the water should be kept clean, changed every 1 to 2 days, and root stimulant should be added each time to ensure fast root growth and prevent rotting at the base.
Another method is soil propagation. After pruning or breaking the branches, remove the flowers first, then place the branches in a shady and well-ventilated area to dry for two to three days, allowing the cut ends to dry and heal. Afterward, insert them into moist soil. Water them after two to three days, then provide scattered light after watering. When the surface of the potting soil is dry, water it thoroughly. After about two weeks, the roots will grow sufficiently, and the leaves will gradually recover and become sturdy. When you see new buds, you can transplant it into new potting soil for care.
Chrysanthemums are actually quite easy to grow, with the only challenging period being summer. In other seasons, as long as the potting soil does not lack water and fertilizers are regularly applied, they grow very quickly. During the blooming period, adding some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers and providing 4 to 6 hours of short-daylight will help the plant quickly produce flower buds and bloom.
The above is a comprehensive introduction to whether chrysanthemum cuttings can be grown hydroponically, including the cultivation methods and precautions. I hope this provides plant enthusiasts with some relevant knowledge about green plants.