How to propagate roses through cutting
Today's sharing: topics related to the propagation of roses and simple and easy methods for growing roses from cuttings, followed by a comprehensive introduction.
Friends who have been gardening for a long time often try to propagate flowers on their own, but not all cuttings are successful. Propagation still requires a lot of skill, but many friends are not aware of these techniques, so they often fail. Today, I will teach you how to propagate roses to increase their survival rate!
Rose cuttings can be done throughout the year, but it is best to do it in spring and avoid summer. The survival rate is highest in spring, conversely, it is lower in summer. Many friends notice new buds on their cuttings but they die a few days later. What's going on?
1. Choose strong branches
Many friends choose branches cut during pruning to maintain the beauty of the original potted plant and proceed with propagation without selection. Most of these branches are tender or dry ones, so the survival rate is relatively low. Choosing propagation branches is particularly important; we must choose robust branches to ensure the survival rate of the cuttings!
2. Soak the branches
You can purchase root-promoting powder online, dilute it with water, and soak the branches for two hours. However, if you don't have root-promoting powder, you can mix vinegar and water at a ratio of 1:100 and soak the branches. But branch soaking is a necessary step in the propagation process!
How to propagate roses through cutting
3. Choose soil
When choosing soil, select loose and nutritious soil, as simple and nutrient-rich soil is not suitable for rose propagation. To prevent soil compaction, remember to add some deciduous leaves and river sand to the soil, along with a small amount of pearl rock. This is mainly to increase soil permeability and maintain good permeability for the plant!
4. Propagate
First, place the selected soil in the pot, then insert the chosen branches into the soil. On the surface of the soil, you can add a layer of珍珠岩 (about 1cm thick). Then start watering, making sure to water the soil thoroughly the first time. After that, move the potted plant to a place with scattered light and let it sit for 5 days. After five days, you will see new buds on the propagated branches.
5. Post-propagation care
The emergence of new buds on the branches does not mean that the propagation process is over. We need to continue with careful cultivation. Make sure the propagated branches are not exposed to direct sunlight, as this is harmful to roses, and avoid moving the potted plant randomly.