Rapid rooting method of cutting cultivation of Rhododendron pubescens and techniques for high survival rate of cuttings

If you want the cuttings of Rhododendron to take root quickly, you can use rooting powder. In addition, there are many factors that will affect its survival. You should choose the right time, usually in the rainy season. Choose strong young branches and cut them into the sand bed after processing. The temperature should be controlled at around 15-18℃, so that it can take root quickly.

1. Cutting time

The best time for cuttings of Rhododendron pubescens is in late spring and early summer. During this period, the temperature is relatively stable, the temperature is suitable, and the humidity is also appropriate. The survival rate of cuttings will be greatly improved. Different regions can decide the time of cuttings according to local climate conditions, and can advance or postpone it appropriately.

2. Cutting selection

The cuttings mainly choose strong branches without diseases and insect pests, preferably semi-lignified branches. When cutting the cuttings, we should pay attention to the growth of the branches. We can also cut the cuttings of Rhododendron in conjunction with pruning.

3. Soil matrix

The azalea likes acidic soil. When preparing the soil, we must pay attention to testing the pH value of the soil and use loose, well-ventilated soil as the matrix. We can plow the soil in advance, apply fertilizer, and then finely refine the soil and level the land.

4. Cutting method

Dip the prepared cuttings in rooting powder and then insert them into the soil matrix. Water them in time after the cuttings are completed, build a shade to prevent the seedlings from being exposed to the sun, water them every day, keep the soil moist, and the cuttings will take root and sprout in about a month.