How to propagate large-flowered geranium through cutting
The editor brings you the propagation of large-flowered geranium through cutting and an explanation of the fast rooting method for green plants and flowers. Let's learn about it together below.
When propagating geraniums in water, the selection of branches is very important. When handling branches, do not damage the circular part where the lateral branches connect to the main stem. The choice of water is also important; if using tap water, it needs to be left standing for a while. The medium can be珍珠岩 (perlite), 蛭石 (vermiculite), etc. For cutting, just prepare a piece of foam, make a hole in the middle, insert the branch, and fix it in the water.
1. Preparations
(1) Selection and treatment of materials: The first step, of course, is to select the cutting material. Choose a good branch from a strong, healthy plant. When cutting it, be sure not to damage its heel. The original meaning of "heel" is the "back of the foot," and on the branch, it refers to the round part where the lateral branch connects to the main stem. Do not hurt it.
(2) Selection of water: Tap water can be used, but it needs to be left standing for a while, or exposed to sunlight for a period before use.
(3) Selection of medium: There are many options for the medium, all of which work well, such as 珍珠岩 (perlite), 蛭石 (vermiculite), etc.
2. Performing the cutting
First, prepare a piece of foam and make a small hole in the middle. Then, insert the selected branch into the central hole and then into the water in the container. This method uses the buoyancy of the foam to keep the branch standing in the water.
3. Post-management
After the cutting is done, it must be placed in a shaded place. Make sure the temperature is not too high and avoid exposure to strong light. Keep it moist, and after about a month, the branch can root. After rooting, normal maintenance can be resumed, keeping the temperature warm and allowing for some scattered light. During this time, change the water to prevent poor water quality.
The above is about how to propagate large-flowered geraniums through cutting and describe the fast rooting method for geraniums. I hope this article brings you some help!