Choose the right cutting time, select healthy rubber tree branches, treat branches, prepare cuttage substrates, cut operations, maintenance management, transplant rubber trees, also known as Indian rubber trees, have become home and office green plants because of their unique tree shape and shade-resistant characteristics. The first choice, but breeding rubber trees has caused many flower friends a headache. Let's reveal the fastest way to cut rubber trees, so that you can easily reproduce new greenery! Choose the right cutting time The best time for rubber tree cutting is usually in spring and autumn. The temperature in these two seasons is moderate, which is conducive to the growth of cutting seedlings. According to the magazine Horticultural Science, rubber trees cut in spring grow faster than in autumn. 20% faster. Selecting healthy rubber tree branches is the key to successful cuttage. Branches should be selected from mature branches with a diameter of 1-2 cm and a length of 10-15 cm. These branches usually grow in the middle and upper parts of the crown. The branches are full and the leaves are bright green. Before cutting branches, the branches need to be treated. Cut off the leaves at the lower end of the branch 1-2 cm to reduce water evaporation. Use a sharp blade to cut the lower end of the branch into a bevel to increase the water absorption area. Apply the bevel with rooting powder to promote rooting. Preparing the cutting substrate Rubber tree cutting substrate should be made of materials with good air permeability and strong drainage, such as perlite, vermiculite, etc., put the substrate into a flower pot, and compacted to make a cutting bed. During the cuttage operation, insert the treated branches into the cuttage substrate to a depth of about 3-5 cm. Note that the branches must be kept upright when inserting to avoid being inserted upside down. After the cuttage is completed, water thoroughly. After maintenance and management of cuttage, place the flowerpot in a semi-shaded and ventilated place, keep the temperature at 20-25 degrees Celsius, pour water every 2-3 days, and keep the substrate moist. After about 1 month, the branches begin to take root. At this time, you can gradually increase the light. Transplant into a pot When rubber tree cuttings grow 3-5 leaves, you can transplant them into a pot, choose a flowerpot with good air permeability and strong drainage, transplant the cuttings into the flowerpot, and water thoroughly.
The fastest way to cut rubber trees is to choose the right cuttage time, select healthy branches, process branches, prepare cuttage substrate, carry out cuttage operations, maintenance management and transplanting into pots. Master these skills, and you can easily reproduce beautiful rubber trees new green!
References: 1. Horticultural Science Magazine 2. Home Gardening Magazine