Cutting method of bulbous begonia, cutting propagation steps and rooting method

Begonia bulbosa is a kind of begonia, also known as begonia bulbosa. The flowers of begonia bulbosa are very large and bright in color. It is also very popular in various parks. Generally speaking, the methods of planting begonia bulbosa mainly include cuttings, sowing and other methods. Cuttings are relatively simple to operate.

Cutting time

Bulbous begonias can be propagated by cuttings, which are usually carried out in spring and summer, around May to June each year. The surrounding environment is very suitable at this time, which can increase the survival rate of cuttings and promote the cuttings to take root as soon as possible.

Cutting steps

Cuttings processing: Cut 5-8 cm main branches or side branches from the mother plant as cuttings. The cuttings must have terminal buds. Cut off all the leaves at the bottom of the cuttings, leaving only 1-2 leaves at the top of the cuttings. After cutting, dry them in a cool place for later use.

Culture soil: Bulbous begonias prefer slightly acidic soil, with a pH value preferably between 5.5-6.2. You can mix perlite, vermiculite and peat soil evenly as culture soil. Of course, you can also buy special flower soil, which is more worry-free and trouble-free.

Cuttings: Wet the culture soil, use a small wooden stick to poke a few small holes in the flower soil, then put the prepared cuttings into the small holes, gently compact the soil around the cuttings to keep the cuttings upright, and water them thoroughly after cuttings to keep the substrate moist.

Maintenance after cutting

After the bulbous begonia is cut, place it in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance. Spray water regularly to keep the sand bed moist. The humidity should be around 80% and the temperature should be maintained at around 20 degrees Celsius. The cuttings will take root in about three weeks and can bloom in the same year.