How to properly propagate a rose bush
Here are some related tips on how to properly propagate a rose bush and simple tricks for cutting propagation of roses, and if there are any mistakes, please feel free to correct them!
Friends who have been gardening for a long time often try to propagate flowers themselves, but success is not guaranteed with every attempt. Propagation requires a lot of skill, but many friends are not aware of these techniques, leading to frequent failures. Today, I will teach you how to propagate roses to increase their survival rate!
Rose propagation can be done throughout the year, but it's best to do it in the spring and avoid the summer. The survival rate is highest in spring, and lowest in summer. Many friends find that their propagated rose cuttings sprout new buds but die after a few days. What's going on?
1. Choose strong branches
Many friends propagate roses to maintain the beauty of their original potted plants, so they choose branches that are pruned and directly use them for propagation without selection. Most of the branches pruned are tender or dry, so the survival rate is relatively low. Choosing the right branches for propagation is very important. We must choose sturdy branches to ensure the survival rate of the cuttings!
2. Soak the branches
You can buy rooting powder online, dilute it in water, and soak the branches for two hours. However, if you don't have rooting powder, you can also use vinegar and water in a 1:100 ratio to soak the branches. But branch soaking is a necessary step in the propagation process!
How to properly propagate a rose bush
3. Choose the right soil
When choosing soil, select loose and nutrient-rich soil. Simple and compact nutrient-rich soil is not suitable for rose propagation. To prevent soil compaction, remember to add some decomposed leaf soil and river sand, and mix in a small amount of perlite to increase soil permeability and keep the plant well-ventilated!
4. Propagate
First, put the selected soil in the pot, then insert the chosen branches into the soil, and add a layer of perlite about 1cm thick on the surface. Then start watering, making sure to thoroughly water the soil the first time. After that, move the potted plant to a place with diffused light and let it sit for 5 days. After five days, you will see new buds sprouting from the cuttings.
5. Post-propagation care
The appearance of new buds on the branches does not mean that the propagation process is over. We still need to provide careful post-propagation care. Be sure not to expose the cuttings to direct sunlight, as this is harmful to roses, and avoid moving the potted plant randomly.