The propagation methods of succulents
Today, I will explain the propagation methods of succulents and the related topics of flower cultivation, such as the 6 techniques to make succulents bloom in full bloom. Next, the editor of the website will introduce to the netizens.
A few days ago, we talked about the tips for making succulents look good, but some succulent friends left messages saying that they don't like over-controlling the growth and want to see the plants bloom in full. Filled with joy and harvest, it is also a kind of beauty! Spring is the growing season for succulents and also the easiest season to make them bloom in full. By doing a good job of caring for succulents in spring, a few simple techniques can make the plants grow quickly and densely.
1. Repotting. To make succulents bloom in full, they first need to grow well, and this starts with having healthy roots. "Caring for the roots first" is the most common saying. Since most of the roots of succulents are capillary roots, they can die during controlled growth, dormancy, or excessive watering, and new roots cannot grow well due to the obstruction of dead roots, leading to insufficient nutrients for the succulents and even causing僵 seedlings.
Therefore, if succulents have not been repotted for a long time, it is necessary to prune the roots and repot them in spring, and choose a slightly larger pot according to the size of the plant. Pruning can stimulate the rapid growth of the roots, and a slightly larger pot gives the roots enough space to grow. With healthy roots, it is no longer difficult to achieve full bloom!
2. Watering. Watering succulents has always been a difficult problem. Too much watering can cause etiolation or even black rot, while too little watering can affect the growth of succulents. Therefore, mastering the rhythm of watering is really important. To make succulents bloom in full, watering should be slightly more than controlled growth. Only when they are well-fed and hydrated can they quickly burst lateral buds and achieve a full bloom effect! Specific watering methods have been introduced in previous articles by Lao Xian Rou, so I won't elaborate here!
3. Fertilizing. To make succulents bloom in full, fertilizing is also crucial, as succulents need various trace elements for growth, which need to be supplemented through fertilization. Spring is also the best time for fertilizing succulents, and you can combine repotting and watering to add base fertilizer and slow-release fertilizer. Specific fertilizing methods have also been introduced in previous articles by Lao Xian Rou, so I won't go into details here!
The propagation methods of succulents
4. Cutting the top. After ensuring the growth state of succulents, if they still don't burst lateral buds, you need to consider whether it's due to the variety or use some techniques! Cutting the top is one of those methods. By removing the apical dominance of the succulents, it promotes rapid lateral bud formation and achieves a full bloom.
Relatively speaking, the scar from cutting is larger, but the cut-off top can be used to propagate a new succulent. The scar from pinching is much smaller and more natural. As for how to choose, you should consider it according to your own situation!
5. Plucking leaves. Compared to the previous techniques, this one is gentler. After removing the bottom leaves, the stem part is still tender, and there is a chance to produce bud points, thus achieving the effect of full bloom. Especially for some succulents that have etiolated, removing the leaves makes the shape more beautiful and easier to produce lateral buds. Even if no lateral buds are produced, they will gradually form the feeling of an old stem.
There is also a technique of plucking leaves, which involves not completely removing the leaves but leaving them partially connected to the stem. The leaves will produce small buds like leaf propagation and grow together with the stem. However, this method requires a high degree of skill, and Lao Xian Rou has only succeeded once out of many attempts.
6. Bud stimulant. Using drugs to stimulate the production of lateral buds in succulent bud points to achieve full bloom. Lao Xian Rou has only heard of this method and has never used it because he doesn't like to use drugs.
The above is the explanation of the propagation methods of succulents and the 6 techniques to make them bloom in full brought by the Green Plant Enthusiast website. I hope it brings a little help to your life!