Illustrations and precautions for water cutting of bougainvillea (roots can be formed after soaking in water for a few days)

After the spring, some flower lovers will prune the bougainvillea at home. This can promote the growth of new branches and leaves, preparing for this year's flowering.

But in many cases, the pruned branches are thrown away, which is actually a pity. We can use the pruned bougainvillea branches for cuttings, and they can still survive.

Today I will introduce to you the method of water-growing cuttings of Bougainvillea. The survival rate will be doubled, and roots can be seen in as fast as 15 days. The operation is very simple.

Bougainvillea water cutting time

Proper cutting propagation of bougainvillea can help its growth. The most common method is cutting propagation. If you want bougainvillea to survive more easily through water cuttings, it is generally best to do so in spring from May to June .

The temperature at this time is suitable for the growth of bougainvillea. Moreover, the germination and growth speed of the plant is also very fast at this time, which is also the best period for survival.

Bougainvillea water cutting method

Pruning branches soaking (illustration)

Step 1: Material selection requirements

In order to make it easier for Bougainvillea to survive through water cuttings, it is best to choose strong branches that are easy to survive and are one year old or older .

Before cutting, wash the stem with an appropriate amount of clean water, cut off the excess branches and leaves at the base with scissors, soak it in a solution of potassium permanganate for about 20 minutes, and place it in a cool environment to air dry .

Step 2: Prepare the matrix

Choose a glass flowerpot of moderate size and pour an appropriate amount of water into it. The water should mainly be tap water that has been exposed to the sun for a day and a night , or natural clean rainwater.

Then add a little charcoal to it to kill bacteria and disinfect it, then add a small amount of growth liquid and place it in a ventilated environment.

Step 3: Take cuttings

Put the air-dried branches into the flowerpot, keep the water submerged to the stem, and add a small amount of culture solution appropriately . Place it in a warm and sufficient environment, strengthen air circulation, and change the water every week .

Just add appropriate amount of water during the rooting period. There is no need to change the water frequently. Pay attention to cold protection in winter. The plant will take root in about 1 month .

Rooting of Bougainvillea by Water Cuttings (with Pictures)

Step 4: Change water culture to soil culture

If you have used water-transplanted bougainvillea and it does not survive or has a low survival rate, when white spots smaller than sesame appear on the roots of the cuttings during water-transplantation, you should take them out and transplant them into the soil instead. Do not wait until the white spots grow too big before taking them out and transplanting them into the soil, as this will affect the survival rate of the cuttings.

When changing from water to soil, dig a small hole and gently cover the roots of the cuttings with planting material . Do not press the cuttings into the planting material, as this may cause the root tissue to be lost and the roots cannot grow normally.