Choose cuttage time Select healthy plants to prepare cuttage materials for cuttage operations, maintenance and management precautions. Melon leaf lotus, also known as melon leaf lotus, is a flower with high ornamental value. Its leaves are unique and have a variety of colors, which is a favorite for many flower lovers. Among the breeding methods of melon grass, the cuttage method is popular because of its simplicity, ease and high survival rate. This article will introduce the cuttage method of melon grass in detail to help you easily reproduce more beautiful melon grass. Select the cuttage time The best time for cuttage melon trees is generally in spring and autumn. At this time, the temperature is suitable and the light is sufficient, which is conducive to the growth of cuttage seedlings. According to climatic conditions, the best time for cuttage in spring is from March to May, and autumn is from September to November. Choosing healthy plants Choosing healthy melon plants for cuttage is the key to ensuring the success of cuttage. Plants that grow vigorously and are free from pests and diseases should be selected. It is best to choose mature branches, which will make it easier to take root. Preparing cuttage materials 1. Cutting substrate: Vermiculite, perlite, river sand and other materials can be used as cuttage substrates. These materials have good air permeability and drainage properties, which are conducive to the growth of cuttage seedlings.
2. Cutting tools: Prepare sharp scissors or blades to prune plants.
3. Nutrient solution: Before cuttage, an appropriate amount of nutrient solution can be prepared to promote the rooting of cuttage seedlings. Carry out cuttage operations 1. Trim branches: Cut healthy mature branches into 10-15 cm long sections, retain 2-3 leaves, and the rest of the leaves can be trimmed appropriately.
2. Disinfection treatment: Put the pruned branches in 75% alcohol and soak them for 5-10 seconds, and disinfect them.
3. Cutting: Insert the disinfected branches into the prepared cutting substrate, and the insertion depth is about 1/3 to 1/2 of the length of the branch.
4. Watering: After the cuttage is completed, water thoroughly immediately to keep the substrate moist. Maintenance and management 1. Light: Strong light should be avoided in the early stage of cuttage seedlings, placed in places with sufficient scattered light, and gradually increased the light time.
2. Watering: Keep the substrate moist, but avoid stagnant water to avoid causing root rot of the cuttage seedlings.
3. Fertilization: After the cuttage seedlings take root, a thin nutrient solution can be appropriately applied to promote growth.
4. Pest and insect pest control: Regularly inspect cuttage seedlings and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner. Notes 1. Choosing healthy plants and mature branches will help improve the success rate of cuttage.
2. The cutting substrate must have good air permeability and drainage, which is conducive to the growth of cutting seedlings.
3. Keep the substrate moist after cuttage, but avoid stagnant water.
4. Regularly inspect the cutting seedlings and deal with pests and diseases found in a timely manner.
Through the above detailed melon tree cutting methods, I believe you have mastered the skills of breeding melon tree. Just follow the steps and you can easily breed more beautiful melon trees, making your garden more colorful. According to "China Flower Market Report" shows that in recent years, with the improvement of people's living standards, the demand for melon tree in the flower market has increased year by year. Learning melon tree cutting technology will undoubtedly bring more business opportunities to your flower business.