If you cut this branch for cuttings, no wonder nothing will grow, it’s useless even if you plant 100 pots!

Choose the right branches for cuttings

Cuttings are not just cutting a piece of flower branch at random. As long as we choose the right flower branch, the cuttings can take root faster and the seedlings will be stronger.

1. Choose one-year-old, strong branches

Take roses as an example. It is best to cut green branches with many buds, and avoid old and woody branches.

If you see spots on it, it is best not to use it. It may be diseased and the risk of cutting is high.

2. Length is 8-15 cm, with 2-3 buds

There is no special requirement for the length of the cut branches. Some flowers are relatively small, such as geraniums, sunflowers, etc., and 6 cm can be used for cuttings. Roses, bougainvilleas, etc. can be longer, with at least 2 buds.

Cutting medium and depth

1. Use sandy, breathable soil

It is best to use sandy soil, perlite, and cinder soil for cuttings. These soils are more moisturizing and breathable, which is conducive to the respiration of branches and trunks.

2. It is best to use a transparent plastic cup

It is best for beginners to use transparent plastic cups for cuttings, so that it is easier to observe whether there is too much water, rot, or rooting.

Do not move the inserted branches, and do not pull them out to take a look out of curiosity. Use a small transparent cup to do the cuttings, and you will be able to see when they have grown roots!

3. Depth of cuttings

The depth of cuttings is 2-5cm, depending on the variety of flowers. Do not cut too deep as they are prone to rot. The lowest bud on the branch should not be inserted into the soil, but should be left on the soil surface.

Maintenance after cutting

1. Environment and lighting

The branches and trunks after cuttings should not be exposed to direct sunlight. They should be placed in a cool place in summer. In spring and autumn, they can be exposed to sunlight in the morning and evening, but they should also avoid direct sunlight at noon.

After about 12-15 days, when the roots are stable, you can expose it to the sun or place it in a well-lit place at home.

2. Watering

Either moisten the soil before cutting, just make it slightly damp, or water it thoroughly immediately after cutting. Keep the soil moist at all times. Don't overwater, or the roots will rot.

A few small issues about cuttings

1. Cuttings and false live

Some branches start to sprout and grow leaves not long after being cut. Don't be too happy too soon, as it is very likely that they are not growing. That is, all the original nutrients are supplied to the buds, and the roots are no longer able to function.

How to judge: If the old leaves on the branches wither before the buds appear, then it is fine; if the old leaves are still good and the buds have grown, it is probably a fake.

What to do if it's not alive: Don't touch it. If you want to save it, remove the new shoots to retain the nutrients and see if it can grow roots again. Or just leave it to fate and wait for it to die.

2. Repotting after cuttings take root

Generally, after the cuttings take root, the seedlings will continue to grow leaves. After it grows 3-5 leaves, it will stop growing. This is a normal root accumulation phenomenon. Do not move it. This process lasts for half a month before considering changing the pot.

When repotting, be sure to take the soil with you and do not remove the soil on the roots. This will not only protect the new roots, but also help the plant adapt to the new pot as soon as possible after repotting.

After repotting, water thoroughly and place it indoors to avoid direct sunlight. After about 2-3 days, it can be exposed to sunlight in the morning and evening. After half a month, it can be maintained normally.

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