How to propagate the sycamore

1. Cutting method

(1) Time selection: For this method, except for the low temperature environment in winter, the other three seasons are suitable. However, the most suitable period is from March to May, and our main consideration is that the temperature at this time is more suitable.

(2) Material selection: We need to choose semi-lignified branches. Other requirements include choosing strong and full branches. In addition, the length is required to be within the range of ten to fifteen centimeters.

(3) Substrate selection: In order to better improve the survival rate of reproduction, we need to consider functions such as nutrition and drainage. Therefore, we can choose sand, vermiculite or other suitable materials as the substrate.

(4) Formal cutting: Keep the prepared substrate relatively moist, then insert the selected branches into it, keeping the substrate moist at all times. The survival rate of this method is relatively high, around 80%. After waiting for about twenty-five days or a month, the cuttings will grow roots and leaves. When three to five roots grow out and are about three centimeters long, they can be transplanted. After that, remember to water it to keep it moist.

(5) Note: Both old and young branches can be used as cuttings, but one to two year old branches are the most suitable and have the highest seedling success rate.

2. Other methods

In addition to the cutting method, there is also the "grafting" method or the "high pressure" method. However, they are not as commonly used as cuttings, so they will not be introduced in detail here.