How to plant lavender cuttings? How long does it take for lavender cuttings to take root?

1. Cutting time

The time for lavender cuttings is generally in spring and autumn. It has strong adaptability to cuttings, so as long as the temperature is suitable, the time requirement is not great. If the temperature is too high and the climate is relatively humid, the cuttings will easily become diseased and the bottom may rot. If the temperature is too low, the rooting speed will be very slow and it will not be conducive to its development.

2. Cuttings processing

In order to ensure the good growth of the cuttings, you should generally find a lavender that is free of pests and diseases, and use its relatively tender branches as cuttings, rather than those that have already become woody. The length of the cuttings is between 5-10 cm. After cutting, remove the leaves at the bottom and soak them in rooting water to promote the growth and development of new roots.

3. Soil preparation for cuttings

Choose a flower pot of the right size, usually a ceramic pot, which has good air permeability. Prepare potting soil with river sand and coconut coir in a ratio of 2:1. Use a chopstick to poke a hole in the potting soil and insert the cutting into it to a depth of one-third of the length of the branch. After insertion, place it in a ventilated and cool place, and keep the soil moist for the first three days.

4. Subsequent maintenance

After cuttings, pay attention to watering to ensure that the leaves on the branches do not shrink or dry up, but do not water too much, so as not to affect the growth of new roots. Since the roots are still relatively tender, there is no need to fertilize it. Wait until its root system has grown and new leaves begin to grow, then fertilize it.

5. How long does it take to take root?

Lavender cuttings usually take root in two weeks. During this period, the environment must be kept moist, but not too humid, otherwise the roots will easily rot.