How to propagate magnolia and what to pay attention to

Magnolia reproduction method

There are two ways to propagate magnolia, namely, seed propagation and cutting propagation. Comparing their growth rates, cutting propagation is faster, but their survival rates are relatively high.

Can Magnolia seeds be propagated?

Magnolia seeds can be propagated, but the seeds must be harvested in advance, usually in September or October each year, when the seeds are just ripe. Magnolia's natural reproduction method is sowing, and it needs to be germinated before planting, so that it is easier to germinate.

Magnolia breeding time

The best time to propagate magnolia is from May to June, when its survival rate is the highest because the temperature and climate at this time are more suitable for growth. It is recommended to use cutting propagation.

Magnolia propagation method

Magnolia cutting propagation

When propagating magnolia by cuttings, you need to select branches for cuttings. It is best to select strong branches from one-year-old plants. The length of the branches should be about 15 cm. It is best to keep 2 leaves on them, and it is best to cut off about one-third of the leaf surface of each leaf.

Magnolia seed propagation

When propagating magnolia by sowing, the first thing to do is to collect seeds. This process is usually carried out from September to October because the seeds are just mature during this period. Before sowing, the seeds must be soaked in water at a temperature of about 50 degrees Celsius.

Magnolia breeding precautions

You still need to be careful when propagating magnolia. It needs sufficient sunlight during the growth process, otherwise it will bloom less and its growth will be weak. It also needs timely watering and fertilization during maintenance.