Onion Lily Propagation Methods
This article provides an overview of the relevant content on the propagation of onion lilies, including the methods of propagating onion lilies, as follows:
There are generally two methods of propagating onion lilies: seeding and division. Division is more commonly used. After the onion lily flowers, the seeds mature in about 20 days, and they should be harvested in a timely manner. As it is the rainy season at that time, it is easy for the seeds to germinate on the plant. Since onion lilies are heat-sensitive during their entire growing period, and the optimal temperature for seeding is 15-20°C, autumn sowing is usually carried out after mid-to-late September.
【Division Time】: Carry out in early spring (February or March) after the soil thaws.
【Division Method】: Remove the mother plant from the pot, shake off the excess soil, and separate the intertwined roots as much as possible. Use a sharp knife to cut it into two or more plants, ensuring that each divided plant has a sufficient amount of roots. Also, trim the leaves appropriately to aid in survival.
【Potting and Disinfection】: Soak the divided small plants in a 1500-fold solution of Benomyl for five minutes, then remove and air-dry them before potting. You can also water the roots with Benomyl immediately after potting.
【Post-Division Management】: After potting, water the roots or give a thorough watering. Since the roots are significantly damaged and have a weak water absorption capacity, it takes about 3-4 weeks to recover and sprout new roots. Therefore, within 3-4 weeks after division, it is important to limit watering to prevent root rot. However, the transpiration of the leaves is not affected, so to maintain the moisture balance of the leaves, it is necessary to mist the leaf surface 1-3 times a day (more misting in high temperatures, less or none in low temperatures). Do not fertilize during this period. Also, be cautious of too much sunlight, and it's best to keep the plant in a shaded greenhouse.
【Potting or Transplanting】: Place a 2-3 cm thick layer of coarse substrate at the bottom of the pot as a filter layer, then put the plant in.
The above-mentioned complete introduction to the propagation methods of onion lilies is shared for everyone to learn and understand!