Can the banyan tree be cut and transplanted? How to transplant the cut branches?

Can the banyan tree be cut and transplanted?

Banyan tree cuttings can be grown by grafting, and the survival rate is extremely high, reaching over 90%. This is because cuttings are its main way of reproduction, and the method is relatively simple, and the requirements for the growth environment are not very high, so the cuttings can take root and sprout quickly after grafting.

Banyan tree cutting time

Banyan trees are usually grafted around May every year, but they have strong vitality, so they can be grafted in spring and autumn. Because the growth rate is slower in winter and summer, grafting is generally not done in these two time periods.

Banyan tree cutting method and key points

1. Branches: When selecting branches for banyan trees, you need to use one-year-old branches, and they should be strong, about 5-15 cm in length, and have more than 3 bud nodes and more than two pairs of leaves.

2. Substrate: Banyan trees have strong adaptability. The soil used is generally acidic soil with good drainage, which is more conducive to growth. Disinfection is required before cuttings.

3. Cuttings: When cutting banyan trees, you need to insert the processed branches into the soil, then water them appropriately to keep the soil moist, and then place them in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance.