Can vinca roseus be propagated by cuttings?

The flowering period of Catharanthus roseus is relatively long. As long as the growing environment is suitable, it can bloom almost all year round. It is a green plant suitable for viewing flowers. If you want to see more Catharanthus roseus, you must learn to breed Catharanthus roseus. Its breeding methods include cuttings and sowing.

Catharanthus roseus cutting propagation

Catharanthus roseus can be propagated by cuttings, which is a common method in life. It can take root and sprout faster and grow faster, but the right time must be chosen for cutting propagation to effectively improve the survival rate.

Catharanthus roseus cutting time

Catharanthus roseus likes to grow in a warm environment, and the suitable growth temperature is between 20-33 degrees. According to the growth habits of the plant, it is best to carry out cuttings from April to July each year. The climate environment at this time is most conducive to the rooting of Catharanthus roseus. It is not suitable to carry out cuttings in the cold weather in winter.

Cutting propagation method of Catharanthus roseus

1. Prepare the soil: Catharanthus roseus likes loose and fertile soil. When cutting, the substrate is generally prepared with peat, perlite and vermiculite in a ratio of 4:1:1. After preparation, put it in the flowerpot and water it thoroughly.

2. Cut branches: Pinch 10 to 12 cm branches directly from the top to the bottom of the Catharanthus roseus, then use scissors to cut off both sides, cut off all the leaves at the bottom, and leave 1-2 leaves on the top. Note that you must use scissors, and it is best not to use your hands to avoid infection.

3. Insert into the substrate: When cutting, insert the cuttings to a depth of one-third of the cuttings seedlings. After insertion, spray water in time and cover with a plastic bag. The temperature should be controlled at 20-25 degrees. It will take about 20 days to take root.