How to propagate jade tree: specific methods
Answering netizens' questions about the specific methods of propagating jade trees and teaching you the cultivation techniques of jade trees, including knowledge about flowers and plants. Below, the editor will provide a detailed explanation for you.
The jade tree has a sturdy trunk, ancient and powerful appearance, plump and thick leaves, full of jade-like luster, and is evergreen all year round, making it highly ornamental and popular for potted plants. To propagate jade trees, you can use cuttings. But how to propagate jade trees? Let's learn about the propagation methods of jade trees together.
How to propagate jade trees?
1. Propagation Time
There is no strict requirement for the timing of propagation for jade trees, but to improve survival rates, a suitable temperature is needed. The suitable temperature for propagating jade trees is between 15-28 degrees Celsius, so the best time for propagation is around April to May in spring.
2. Propagation Soil
The soil for propagating jade trees needs to be rich in granular soil. The most reasonable mixing method is to mix granular soil and nutrient soil in equal proportions. If conditions allow, you can disinfect these two types of soil before propagation, using carbendazim to spray the soil or high-temperature disinfection.
3. Propagation Branches
New and old branches of jade trees have strong regeneration capabilities, so there are no high requirements in this regard. However, the branches selected for propagating jade trees must be healthy and robust without any wounds. Preferably, choose branches with strong buds, as these branches have vigorous vitality and strong root formation ability, which can shorten the rooting period and improve survival rates.
4. Cutting Treatment
Jade tree roots grow from the cut ends, and callus formation is beneficial for root growth. Generally, the cuttings should retain 3-5 leaves and be 5-10 centimeters long. Additionally, the cut ends of the jade tree branches can be disinfected with carbendazim or wood ash, then placed in a shaded and well-ventilated area to dry for 3-5 days before propagation.
5. Propagation Method
Insert the processed cuttings directly into the prepared soil. After insertion, keep the soil moist, water thoroughly when the soil is dry, and maintain moisture. Place the cuttings in a ventilated area with some scattered light. About one week later, roots should start to grow.
Key Points for Jade Tree Propagation Care
1. New propagated jade trees should be exposed to bright scattered light while avoiding direct strong sunlight. At the same time, attention should be paid to good ventilation, which allows the roots of the jade tree to breathe freely and ensures the health of the branches during the rooting process.
2. Proper watering is the key to maintaining rooting and survival. First, insert a finger into the potting soil; if the soil under two finger joints is still dry, it means the potting soil is completely dry. Therefore, water the jade tree when the top 3-5 centimeters of the soil is completely dry. Ensure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.
3. When watering for the first time, you can add some carbendazim to the water for further disinfection and sterilization to ensure the health of the jade tree roots. Then, about once a week, you can water the potting soil of the jade tree with a diluted rooting hormone solution to help the jade tree root quickly.
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