When is the best time to take cuttings of Gardenia?

Gardenia cutting time

Gardenia cuttings can be carried out in spring, summer and autumn, but there will be differences in the north and south. The climate in the south is mild, and cuttings can be carried out in March and April in spring, while in the north it needs to be done a little later, in May and June.

Gardenia cutting method and steps

1. Select the cuttings

Choose a healthy, disease- and insect-free gardenia as the mother plant, cut branches about 18 cm long from it as cuttings, and cut a 45-degree incision at the bottom.

2. Choose the matrix

The substrate for gardenia cuttings must be loose and breathable, and have good drainage. Never use neutral or alkaline soil as the substrate.

3. Take cuttings

After the soil is prepared, spray water to keep it moist, then poke a few small holes in the substrate and insert the gardenia branches into it at a depth of about 5 cm. Then cover it with soil with your hands and press it lightly.

Maintenance matters after gardenia cuttings

After gardenia cuttings, water it thoroughly, control the ambient temperature between 20℃ and 25℃, allow it to be exposed to some scattered light appropriately, and control the relative humidity of the air between 80-90%. It will take root after a period of time.