How to propagate Shibazakura and what to pay attention to

How to reproduce moss pink

The main methods of propagating Shibazakura are sowing, division, cutting and layering. Its seeds can be propagated. They can be catalytically treated in advance, then covered with sand and then covered with plastic film. The seeds will germinate after about a week, and the propagation speed is relatively fast.

Moss phlox breeding time

Shibazakura can be propagated by cuttings from May to July. If the temperature is between 20-30 degrees, it will take root in about half a month, and the rooting rate can reach 80%-90%.

How to propagate Shibazakura

Propagation of Shibazakura by division

Shibazakura is suitable for division in spring and autumn. Remove the plants from the pots, separate the plants with intertwined roots, and then plant them in different pots. After planting, they need to be watered once to help the roots take hold, and then watered again after 3-4 days, and the soil should be loosened.

Propagation of Moss Pink by Cuttings

It is best to propagate Shibazakura by cuttings from May to July. Choose strong semi-lignified plants as cuttings. You can trim the leaves, dry them, and then plant them in vermiculite or river sand. Water them thoroughly once and maintain them in a semi-shaded environment.

Propagation of Shibazakura by seed

Before sowing moss pink, the soil needs to be disinfected. You can dilute potassium permanganate and spray it on the seedbed, then water it thoroughly, sow the seeds evenly on the seedbed, cover them with sand, and then cover them with plastic film. The seeds will germinate after about 7 days.

Notes on propagation of moss pink

The seed propagation of Shibazakura is generally used for ground planting. Division is to dig up the plants, separate them, and grow them independently into new potted plants. When cuttings, choose semi-lignified branches of 7-10 cm, and cut them into the soil to cultivate new plants. Layering is to choose strong branches, bury them in the mud, and after they take root, use scissors to separate and plant them to grow new potted plants.