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How to make the survival rate of Christmas cactus grow faster

It is very easy to propagate Christmas cactus by cuttings. As long as you master certain methods, the survival rate of cuttings is almost 100% .

Christmas cactus has bright flowers and rich colors, and is loved by many flower lovers. If you like it, you can learn some cutting techniques and propagate Christmas cactus yourself, so you don't have to spend money to buy it in the future. Let's take a look at it together.

Cuttings of Christmas cactus are generally chosen in warm seasons, such as spring and autumn, when the temperature is relatively comfortable and suitable for the growth of various plants. Cuttings are generally chosen in these two seasons .

It is autumn now and the temperature is just right. Flower lovers who like cuttings can learn it now. It only takes a few steps and is very simple.

First, prepare the leaves

For Christmas cactus cuttings, you need to pick some strong leaves, generally 2 or 3 leaves are enough. Do not pick young leaves or old leaves. Choose strong leaves, which have strong growth ability and are particularly easy to survive.

This kind of leaves are usually grown in the current year and are easier to root. Dry the wounds of the trimmed leaves and wait for cuttings.

Second, prepare the soil

Christmas cactus cuttings do not have high requirements for the soil. As long as it is loose, breathable and contains certain nutrients, such soil will be easier to take root. Never use highly sticky soil, which has poor air permeability and will make it difficult for the cuttings to survive.

Vermiculite, perlite, river sand, etc. are generally used in combination with leaf mold or peat soil for cuttings.

Third, cutting maintenance

Now you can start cuttings. Apply some rooting powder to the wounds of the leaves and insert them into the soil. Rooting powder can promote rooting and increase the survival rate.

Flower lovers who like to propagate by cuttings should prepare some rooting powder at home, which is very useful when propagating by cuttings.

After cuttings, place them in a place with scattered light for maintenance, keep the soil moist, avoid direct sunlight and do not apply fertilizer. They will generally take root and survive in about a week .