How to propagate red tassel flower

How to propagate the red tassel flower

Seed propagation

The flowering period of the red tassel flower is August and September every summer, and the best time to collect seeds is October. Select plump, complete and healthy seeds and store them in a dry and ventilated environment. Wait until next spring to sow.

Before sowing, you need to soak the seeds in clean water at 60 degrees, change the water once a day for three consecutive days, and then take them out. Keep moist for germination. Sow the seeds in moist soil and they will germinate in about a week.

Cutting propagation

The above introduces the sowing propagation method of Red Tassel Flower, but in the cultivation of Red Tassel Flower, the cutting propagation method is generally chosen.

In spring, cut healthy branches about 20 cm in length, remove dead leaves, and plant them in moist sandy soil. It is best to keep the temperature between 15 and 30°C and pay attention to shade and moisturizing.

Maintenance tips for red tassel flower

Water and fertilizer

The red tassel flower requires a lot of water, so watering should be increased during the growing period, and the plant needs to be watered thoroughly. Potted red tassel flowers are prone to water shortage and drought due to the small space, so special attention should be paid to watering.

The plant of Callistotha scabra likes fertilizer, and a thin layer of fertilizer can be applied every month, both organic fertilizer and compound fertilizer are acceptable. During the flowering period, additional phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are needed.

Pruning

The plants of the red tassel flower are generally tall and grow fast, and the branches need to be trimmed in time to promote growth and maintain beauty. When pruning, do it in an orderly manner. Do not prune all the branches at the bottom, and cultivate side branches in moderation. At the same time, dead branches and leaves should be cleaned up in time.