How to graft the Falling Flower Dance

The first step of grafting the Falling Flower Dance: choosing the rootstock

Measuring ruler

The triangular prism, also known as the three-edged arrow, is a universal rootstock. It is basically compatible with most cactus plants, and the grafting survival rate is as high as 99%. Many flower lovers use it to graft the Fallen Flower Dance into their own gardens. It will grow very well!

Leaf Cactus

Although leaf cactus was introduced for cultivation from South America and other places, it can grow well in many places in my country. Flower lovers have also discovered that it can be used as a rootstock! So, in addition to growing beautifully on the balcony, it can also help you graft a fresh pot of Fallen Flower Dance!

Grafting method of Falling Flower Dance

Top connection

When using a triangular arrow as an anvil, it doesn't matter whether it is tender or old. For a tender triangular arrow, you can cut a horizontal cut from the top to expose the pith. Generally speaking, the smaller the pith, the better. Make a light cut vertically downwards from anywhere inside the pith.

The selection of scion is extremely important. Be sure to choose a narrow and thick stem and leaf from a mature plant, two or three pieces will be enough. Such leaves are easy to cut, and can be lightly cut from bottom to top to form a wedge shape with one cut.

Quickly insert the cut leaves into the three-edged cut, and then secure them with the cactus thorns.

Side edge connection

When joining from the side edge, be sure to insert the knife from the thorn seat and cut towards the center at a 45° angle. Cut gently to avoid cutting through the pith. When inserting the small crab from the incision, be sure to insert it deep into the pith.

If the rootstock is too thick to reach the center, that's okay. Because the areole is also on the pith in the middle of the pith channel, the purpose of cutting at a 45° angle is to allow the formation of the Dance of Fallen Flowers and the cambium of the rootstock to be intertwined, so that the combination of the two is very good.