How to propagate trumpet creeper by cuttings and precautions

Trumpet creeper is also called purple trumpet, five-clawed dragon, and hanging bell. It is a climbing vine of the genus Trumpet creeper in the Bignoniaceae family. The time for cuttings of trumpet creeper can be selected in March in spring or July to August in summer. After the cuttings are completed, just place it in a well-ventilated semi-shaded place for maintenance.

When to take cuttings of trumpet creeper

Trumpet creeper can be propagated by cuttings from old branches in spring around March . It can also be propagated by cuttings from tender branches in summer from July to August . Whether it is old branches or new branches, it is not recommended to do it in winter, because the climate is cold in winter, the plant grows slowly, the survival rate of cuttings is low, and the rooting speed is slow.

The easiest way to propagate trumpet creeper by cuttings

1. Selection of cuttings

   Whether using old or young branches for cuttings of trumpet creeper, you should choose disease- and insect-free, sturdy branches as cuttings , with a length of 10 to 15 cm . Cut off the lower leaves and keep the top 2 to 3 leaves. After applying carbendazim to the wound, place it in a ventilated place to dry until the wound shrinks.

2. Matrix Preparation

   The trumpet creeper should choose a substrate with good drainage and air permeability to improve the survival rate of cuttings and promote rooting of cuttings. Vermiculite, river sand, and coconut bran can be used as the substrate . Before cutting, it should be exposed to the sun for 1 to 3 days or mixed with carbendazim for disinfection and sterilization.

3. Cutting method

   Before cutting trumpet creeper, you can apply rooting powder on the base of the cuttings to promote rooting. When cutting, use tools to poke a few holes in the substrate , insert the cuttings 1/3 of the holes , compact the surrounding substrate, and water it thoroughly .

Precautions for cuttings of trumpet creeper

After the cuttings of trumpet creeper are completed, place the flowerpot in a well-ventilated, semi-shaded environment for maintenance. Keep the room temperature at around 20°C. Water when the surface of the substrate is dry to keep the substrate moist. When excessive watering causes water accumulation in the pot, pour out the accumulated water from the flowerpot in time. It will take root after about 30 days of maintenance.