How to propagate Begonia sempervivum by cutting

1. Cutting time

When cutting Begonia, the surrounding temperature should be kept at around 20 degrees Celsius. The time can be chosen in spring from April to May. At this time, the temperature and humidity are very suitable, and the growth is good, which is conducive to rooting and germination.

2. Cutting cuttings

The selection of cuttings is very simple. Select plants with good growth conditions and cut strong one- to two-year-old branches from them, making sure that each branch has three or four nodes. The branches need to be processed after being cut. The cut at the bottom should be trimmed into an oblique surface to increase the absorption area. One or two small leaves can be retained on the top of the branch, and the leaves at the bottom need to be removed.

3. Soil Preparation

The soil used for cuttings needs to maintain good air permeability and nutrition. It can be prepared by mixing humus and sand, with a higher proportion of sand. The prepared substrate in this way is beneficial to growth. The prepared material must be disinfected and sterilized before being used for cuttings.

4. Take cuttings

Put an appropriate amount of substrate in the container, keep the soil moist, drill holes in the soil with a wooden stick, then dip the branches in a little rooting powder and insert them into the holes. After cuttings, compact the surrounding soil. After the cuttings are completed, place the flower pot in a cool and ventilated place, maintain a good temperature, and promote rooting and germination of the branches.