Cutting propagation method of lipstick flower

Lipstick flower cutting time

The most commonly used propagation method for lipstick flower is cutting, which can be carried out in spring and autumn.

Lipstick flower cutting method

Select strong branches with a length of 78 to 10 cm, cut them into n sections, place the branches in a cool place to dry, or apply wood ash to disinfect them.

Then insert the branches into loose sandy soil, or use a culture soil prepared with 50% fine sawdust, 20% pearl stone and 30% coarse sand. Water them after insertion to ensure sufficient humidity. Ensure 50%~60% light every day. After 30~40 days, they will take root and become seedlings. After the roots grow vigorously, transplant them into potted plants.

Things to note after lipstick flower cuttings

During home maintenance, if the temperature is below 15 ℃, it should be moved to a warm and windproof room in time, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow.

The soil for cuttings should be loose, fertile sandy soil with good drainage. The soil for potted plants should be slightly acidic, or peat soil, sand, vermiculite can be used to make culture soil, and a small amount of superphosphate can be added. Please note that the culture soil is crucial to the success of cuttings.