How to propagate osmanthus through cutting
Today, we will introduce the content about how to propagate osmanthus through cutting, methods, and illustrations in the field of green plants and flowers, and the editor will provide the introduction next.
Mentioning osmanthus, we should all be familiar with it. As one of China's top ten famous flowers, osmanthus has always been very popular. There are many varieties of osmanthus, such as golden osmanthus, silver osmanthus, and red osmanthus, which are all very famous flowers.
If you nurture an osmanthus tree at home, when it blooms, the whole house will be filled with the fragrance of osmanthus. We can also propagate it ourselves. Giving the surviving cuttings to friends is also a very good choice. Now, let me introduce the specific steps for propagating osmanthus through cutting.
One, Pot
The pot used for cutting should preferably have holes at the bottom for drainage. If using paper cups or plastic bottles as the cutting medium, make sure to punch several holes in the bottom of the pot to allow for better drainage.
Two, Potting Soil
We need to prepare the potting soil for cutting. It is best to choose a loose, breathable, and well-draining soil as the cutting medium. Osmanthus prefers acidic soil, so the soil we use for cutting should be non-fertilized acidic soil. You can mix decomposed leaf soil and coarse sand in a 1:1 ratio before use.
How to propagate osmanthus through cutting
There is another method as well. Mixing vermiculite and perlite in a 1:1 ratio can also promote root growth in flowers very well. Moreover, the soil mixture of perlite and vermiculite does not require exposure to sunlight for disinfection, making it more convenient to use. No matter which type of soil is used as the cutting medium, it is necessary to keep the soil moist, otherwise, it will affect the survival rate of the cuttings.
Three, Cutting Stem
When preparing the cutting stems for propagating osmanthus, it is best to choose the semi-woody branches of the current year to speed up root growth. It is not recommended to choose old branches, as they can also root but will affect the survival rate of cuttings. Then, cut the branches into 10 cm long sections and soak them in rooting hormone for about 5 minutes. After soaking, place the branches in a cool and well-ventilated area to dry before proceeding with the cutting.
Four, Planting
Before planting, you can use a small stick to make a small hole in the potting soil, not too deep, about 6-7 cm is fine. Then place the prepared branches into the holes to avoid damaging the wound area of the branches, increasing the survival rate.
The above points are the precautions for cutting osmanthus. After the roots have grown, we can follow the normal steps to care for the plants. Note that newly cut osmanthus should not be exposed to strong sunlight. After a period of acclimatization, move it to a well-lit environment for care. If you also want to nurture an osmanthus tree at home, follow the steps introduced above for propagation.
The above (Green Plant Enthusiast Network) introduces how to propagate osmanthus through cutting and the specific introduction of osmanthus cutting methods and illustrations for netizens' reference.