How to propagate the horse silver flower

Cuttings

The most common way to propagate the Chinese honeysuckle is by cuttings, usually in May and June, cut a relatively healthy semi-lignified new branch, the length of the branch can be between 5 and 8 cm. Cut off the lower leaves, leaving only two or three top leaves for cuttings. It is best to dip the base in a solution such as ABT rooting powder before cutting. It is recommended to choose acidic soil containing humus and with loose and fertile soil. As for the temperature, it is suitable to grow in an environment of 20 to 25 degrees. It is recommended to place it in a cool place and spray it frequently to help the roots of the plant germinate.

Softwood propagation

This method of propagation requires cutting young branches about three or four centimeters long for scion, shaping the base of the young branches into a wedge shape, and then using the young branches for cleft grafting. Then you can put them in a cool place, tie them up with plastic film, and then cover them with a plastic bag to keep the air moist.

Seed propagation

This method of propagation requires artificial pollination. After pollination, the flower pot needs to be moved outdoors, watered and fertilized in time, and the seeds should be picked after they are mature and dried in the shade before being sown in time. Choose suitable soil, disinfect it and set it aside, sprinkle water on the flowerpot, spread a layer of charcoal chips about 2 cm thick on the bottom, and then put about five or six centimeters of soil on it. Then sprinkle the seeds evenly, press lightly, cover with a piece of glass and place it indoors. If the soil is too dry, you can spray water mist, but it is not advisable to water too much.

Post-planting care

After germination, when the seedlings grow about two or three true leaves, they should be picked out with bamboo strips and placed in another pot. They must be placed sparsely. It is recommended to cover them with reed mats to avoid sunlight and rain. Wait until the seedlings grow taller in the second year before applying a small amount of fertilizer. At the end of spring of the following year, you can transplant individual plants. If you take good care of them, they will bloom in the third year.