The best time to press the branches of the roses The advantages of the roses, also known as the "moon red", are deeply loved by flower friends because of their long flowering period, rich colors and rich aroma. In the process of maintaining the roses, press propagation is a common breeding method, which can not only increase the number of plants, but also improve the growth form of plants. When is the best time to press the roses? What methods can we easily complete the pressing? This article will reveal you one by one. The best time to press roses The best time to press roses is usually in spring and autumn. Press branches in spring can be carried out before the plant germinates. At this time, the temperature gradually warms up, which is conducive to the growth of the plant. In autumn, press branches can be carried out before the plant enters the dormant period, when the plant growth rate slows down and the success rate of press branches is high.
1. Spring branch pressing: It is usually carried out from March to April, when the temperature is suitable and the plants begin to sprout, but they have not yet entered the vigorous growth period.
2. Autumn branch pressing: It is usually carried out from September to October. At this time, the temperature gradually decreases and the growth rate of the plant slows down, which is conducive to the survival of the branch pressing. Method of pressing roses 1. Select suitable branches: Select branches that grow vigorously and are free from pests and diseases to press branches. Generally, branches with a diameter of more than 0.5 cm are selected.
2. Preparation tools: scissors, gardening knives, gardening thread, rooting powder, etc.
3. Branching steps: (1) Cut the selected branches into 15-20 cm long sections, and the cutting should be smooth.
(2) Apply rooting powder to the lower end of the branches to promote rooting.
(3) Select a suitable branch pressing point and use a gardening knife to obliquely cut the branch about 1 cm below the branch to a depth of 1/3 of the diameter of the branch.
(4) Bend the branch so that the incision is close to the ground and fix it with gardening thread.
(5) Cover with a layer of soil around the fixation point and keep it moist.
4. Daily management: (1) Keep the soil moist but avoid standing water.
(2) Regularly check plant growth and deal with pests and diseases found in a timely manner.
(3) When the new buds grow to about 10 centimeters, cut off the branches and let them grow independently. Advantages of pressed branches of rose 1. Increase the number of plants: By pressing branches and breeding, the number of rose plants can be increased in a short time.
2. Improve plant shape: After pressing branches, the plants grow faster and have a more beautiful shape.
3. Improve disease resistance: By pressing branches and propagating, the disease resistance of plants can be improved.
Rose branch pressing is a simple and easy method of breeding. Mastering the time and method of branch pressing can make your roses grow more luxuriantly. I hope the introduction in this article will help you and wish you a happy flower growing!