Can the lucky tree be propagated by cuttings in autumn? What is the best season for propagating the lucky tree by cuttings?

1. Can cuttings be taken in autumn?

The lucky tree can be propagated by cuttings in autumn. Usually the time for cuttings is in spring, when the climate is mild, which is conducive to the rooting of the plants. Although the temperatures in autumn and spring are similar, winter comes after autumn, and the plants are not very cold-resistant, so you must keep them warm, otherwise the cuttings will not be able to survive the winter and most of them will freeze and die.

2. The best season for cuttings

The best season for taking cuttings of the lucky tree is still spring. The temperature in spring is suitable for rooting of cuttings, and the climate is also humid, which is very helpful for the growth and development of plants. It should be noted that it has high temperature requirements and the temperature must be kept above 15℃. If there is a late spring cold snap, it is necessary to keep warm in advance to prevent the cuttings from being frostbitten.

3. Cutting method

1. Treatment of cuttings: When grafting lucky trees, you usually need to choose a healthy mother tree that is free of diseases and insect pests. The branches cut from it are easier to take root and can maintain the excellent characteristics of the original plant. Generally, 1-2 year old lignified paper strips are used as cuttings. The length of the cut strips is about 15-20 cm, and all the leaves are removed.

2. Preparation of potting soil: In order to ensure that the cuttings can take root, loose sandy loam is generally used as the substrate. It does not need to have too strong fertility so as not to be detrimental to the growth of young roots. In order to ensure that the soil is free of pathogens and insect eggs, it can be exposed to the sun before use. High temperature can also have a good disinfection effect.

3. Carry out cuttings: Use chopsticks to dig a hole in the potting soil, the depth is about 5-10 cm, usually one-third or one-half of the length of the cutting. Insert the cuttings into the hole, water appropriately, keep the substrate moist, and wait for it to take root. After the cuttings grow roots, they can be transplanted into pots with soil, usually 2-3 plants are planted together.