Chlorophytum cutting time and method

Chlorophytum cutting time

Chlorophytum can be propagated by cuttings in spring and autumn. The temperature and humidity are suitable during these two time periods, and the survival rate is higher. Cuttings can also be carried out in winter, but it is necessary to keep warm. If there is no greenhouse, the cuttings will not grow roots well, which will have a great impact on later growth.

Chlorophytum cutting method

1. Branch selection

For spider plant cuttings, branches are very easy to choose. Those hanging branches can be cut and used as cuttings. However, it should be noted that some branches have soft leaves or the stems have turned white. Such branches cannot be cut and used as cuttings.

2. Prepare the soil

Chlorophytum does not have high requirements for soil, but the soil still needs to be loose and fertile. For example, you can choose some garden soil and add some nutrient soil in an appropriate amount. When you first start planting Chlorophytum, you can use a small pot. When you change the pot later, you can change to a large pot.

3. Take cuttings

There will be some seedlings with aerial roots on the cut runners, and some seedlings without aerial roots. The seedlings with aerial roots should be cut with sterilized scissors, and then these seedlings should be buried in the soil, just to a depth that covers the aerial roots. Then compact the soil and water it thoroughly.

The seedlings that have not grown aerial roots should also be cut off and placed in a container of water. After the seedlings take root, they can be transplanted into flower pots. When hydroponically cultivated, the seedlings must remain upright and the leaves cannot touch the water surface.

Maintenance of Chlorophytum after Cutting

After the spider plant is grafted, water it to help it take root. In the future, water it according to the principle of watering when the soil is dry and when the soil is wet. The leaves of the spider plant can be sprayed with some water to increase the air humidity. During the growth period of the spider plant, water it two or three times a week.