How to propagate the longevity flower through cutting
Today's editor will explain how to propagate longevity flowers through cutting and the related introduction of green plant flowers, including the methods and precautions for longevity flower propagation. Let's take a look together.
The longevity flower is relatively easy to grow, and with effort, it can multiply from one pot to many. Propagation of longevity flowers is usually done in spring or early autumn, with three common methods: the terminal bud cutting method is the most common with the highest survival rate; the leaf cutting method is very simple but slower in germination; the spent flower stem cutting method has a high survival rate and is easy to start. These three methods are similar, and mastering one can help you learn the other two.
One, Terminal Bud Cutting Method
This is a common method in longevity flower propagation, convenient to operate and quick to root, with a high survival rate. We select healthy branches and use the top part as the cutting. The cutting should have at least 4 leaves and at most 6, and it should be placed in a shaded area to dry the wound. Then insert it into the substrate, water it, and place it in a shaded area for care. Note that excessive watering can cause rot and lead to propagation failure.
Two, Leaf Cutting Method
The leaves of the longevity flower can propagate new small longevity flowers, which is a simple and easy-to-learn method. However, compared to terminal buds, it grows slower, taking about 5 months to grow new buds. We can select thick and green leaves from healthy and disease-free parent plants, gently remove them, treat them with a disinfectant, and then rinse them with running water. Prepare a breathable pot and soil in advance, gently insert the leaf into the soil, thoroughly wet the potting soil, and ensure the temperature is between 15°C-20°C, waiting quietly for it to root.
Three, Spent Flower Stem Cutting Method
After flowering, the spent flower stems have active cell division, making them very suitable for propagation, which can greatly improve the survival rate. We remove the spent flower stems, clean them thoroughly, and one internode can be used as a cutting. Place it in the prepared substrate and keep it in a well-ventilated semi-shaded environment, keeping it moist. Once new buds appear, expose them to sunlight and carry out normal maintenance.
Four, Precautions
1. Selecting branches. Cut a 9 cm healthy branch, remove all leaves except the top one. Disinfect the cut with a carbendazim solution, spray the bottom of the branch with water, and then proceed with the cutting.
2. Soil selection. The soil temperature should be 18 degrees Celsius. Keep the cutting depth between 3 to 4 cm. The soil should be watered, and after about half a month, it will root.
3. Pot selection. After rooting, it is necessary to repot. First, remove the weak and underdeveloped roots, then transplant them into a new pot, being careful during the process. After repotting, keep the soil dry and can be appropriately placed in the sun.
The above content on how to propagate longevity flowers through cutting and the related methods and precautions for longevity flower propagation are provided for green plant enthusiasts to refer to, hoping to solve your problems in green plant flower management.