How to propagate chrysanthemum by cutting
The editor introduces to you how to propagate chrysanthemum by cutting and detailed knowledge about the cutting propagation method of chrysanthemum, followed by an introduction by the editor.
Chrysanthemum is also known as hibiscus, mainly growing in the Tanga mountains of Tanzania, Africa. When people or animals smell the fragrance of chrysanthemum, they will become dizzy, and if they eat the petals by mistake, they will faint, hence it is also known as the intoxicating flower. The main propagation method of chrysanthemum is cutting, and here is an introduction on how to propagate chrysanthemum by cutting.
1. Cutting Time
Generally, cutting is done in early spring or during the plum rain season for chrysanthemum, and it can also be done in late autumn or early winter. The survival rate of chrysanthemum cuttings is very high.
2. Selection of Cuttings
Select branches that are 1-2 years old, with a diameter of more than 1 centimeter from healthy and disease-free mother plants, preferably the middle and upper parts of the branches, then cut them to 15-20 centimeters in length.
3. Soil Selection
It is best to choose a loose, breathable, and well-drained fertile soil as the matrix. You can mix garden soil, manure, and lime soil in a ratio of 3:1:1. Before cutting, dig a trench about 15 centimeters deep with a distance of about 25 centimeters.
4. Cutting Process
Soak the prepared cuttings in clean water for about 5 hours before cutting, then insert them into the soil, about two-thirds deep, compact the soil, and water thoroughly. After about a month, they can take root and sprout.
5. Post-Cutting Care
After cutting, maintain the temperature range of the chrysanthemum growth environment between 18-25 degrees Celsius and keep the humidity above 85%. Ensure an average daylight duration of over 13.5 hours. You can cover it with a plastic film to keep it warm and moist, ensuring normal growth.
The above sharing on how to propagate chrysanthemum by cutting and detailed introduction of the cutting propagation method of chrysanthemum, hoping to bring some flower knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.