Pictures of the cutting method of Kalanchoe longevity flower, the cutting propagation method and precautions of Kalanchoe longevity flower

It is usually better to take cuttings of Kalanchoe in spring and autumn. It should be noted that after taking cuttings of Kalanchoe, it is best to use scattered light and no fertilizer should be applied. It can be transplanted after the new buds grow.

Kalanchoe cutting time

Kalanchoe is generally chosen for cuttings in summer and autumn every year , and the best results are achieved in May-June or September-October . The climate in these two time periods is suitable, and the survival rate after cuttings is high.

The steps of cutting method of Kalanchoe

1. Terminal bud cutting method

This is a common method for cuttings of Kalanchoe. It is easy to operate, takes root quickly, and has a high survival rate. We choose strong branches and use the top part as cuttings . Leave at least 4 leaves on the cuttings, and at most 6 leaves. Place them in a cool place to dry the wound.

Then insert it into the substrate, water it and place it in a cool place for maintenance. At this time, you should pay attention to not watering too much, otherwise it may rot and cause the cutting to fail.

2. Leaf cutting method

The leaves of Kalanchoe can be used to propagate new small Kalanchoe. This method is simple and easy to use, but the growth rate is slower than the top buds, and it takes about 5 months to grow new buds.

We can choose thick, green leaves from well-growing, healthy and harmless mother plants , gently pick them off, treat them with disinfectant and then rinse them with running water.

Prepare a flower pot and soil with good air permeability in advance, gently insert it into the soil, wet the soil thoroughly, ensure the temperature is between 15℃-20℃, and wait quietly for it to take root.

3. Cutting method of residual flower stalks

The cells in the flower stalks after the flowers have bloomed are actively dividing, which is very suitable for cuttings and can greatly improve the survival rate. We remove the flower stalks of the remaining flowers, clean them up , and one stem node can be used as a cutting .

Then put it into the prepared substrate, place it in a ventilated and semi-shaded environment, and keep it moist. Wait until the new buds grow out before exposing it to sunlight and carry out normal maintenance management.

Precautions for cutting of Kalanchoe

1. Choose branches

Cut a 9 cm healthy branch , cut off all the leaves and keep only the top one. Disinfect the cut with carbendazim solution, spray the bottom of the branch with water and you can start cutting.

2. Soil selection

The soil temperature is required to be 18 degrees Celsius . When cutting, keep the depth between 3 cm and 4 cm. The soil needs to be moistened, so that it will take about half a month to take root.

3. Flowerpot selection

After the roots have grown, you need to repot. First, cut off the weak roots that are malnourished, and then transplant them into the new pot. Be careful when removing them. After repotting, keep the soil dry and plant them in the sun.