How to Propagate Roses through Cuttings
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Rose flowers are bright and beautiful, making them highly ornamental plants loved by many. Roses can be propagated in spring and autumn using the cutting method. This method is simple, easy to operate, and has a high survival rate, making it the best propagation method. Below, I will describe the specific cutting method for roses.
I. Cutting Time
Roses are suitable for cutting in March and September, as these times correspond to moderate temperatures and are periods when roses root and sprout. Roses can survive quickly after cutting. It is not suitable to cut in the summer when temperatures are too high.
II. Preparing Soil
Roses grow best in loose, fertile, acidic soil. Prepare leaf mold, garden soil, and vermiculite, mix them in a ratio of 5:3:2, and add 5 nitrogenous fertilizers to create the growing medium.
III. Choosing Cuttings
Select sturdy branches free from diseases and pests, with at least 3-4 nodes. Remove the leaves from the branches, leaving 2-3 leaves. Cut the bottom of the branch at an oblique angle with a disinfected knife and soak in rooting hormone for 5 hours. After taking it out, place it in a cool, well-ventilated area to dry.
IV. Planting Cuttings
Fill the prepared flower pot with the growing medium and make several holes with a wooden stick, spaced 3-4 centimeters apart and about 4-5 centimeters deep. Insert the rose branches into the soil, press down the surrounding soil, and water to keep the soil moist. Place the cuttings in a semi-shaded area, water moderately, fertilize every 7 days, and wait for the branches to root.
V. Hydroponic Cuttings
1. Trim the branches: Before cutting, trim the branches appropriately, cut the bottom of the branch at an oblique angle, and remove most of the leaves from the top to reduce water consumption and avoid leaf rot when in contact with water.
2. Choose a container: It is best to choose a transparent glass bottle or plastic pot, which makes it easy to observe root changes and determine whether to change the water.
3. Insert cuttings into water: Place the treated branches in the bottle, taking care to control the water level. Initially, change the water every two to three days, and after the roots have formed, change it once a week.
4. Post-management: Change the water frequently before the roots form to avoid bacterial growth that may affect rooting. Clean the slime off the branches when changing the water. You can add rooting powder to the water.
The comprehensive method for propagating roses through cuttings and teaching simple rose cutting techniques provided above aims to be a starting point and solve any problems you may have with your green plants.