How to propagate chrysanthemums by cuttings, and when is the best time for cuttings to survive?

1. How to take cuttings

1. Prepare the substrate: Before cutting, you must prepare a suitable substrate, which can affect the later survival. First of all, the substrate must be breathable and permeable, and it must also contain certain nutrients. It can be prepared with garden soil, river sand, and wood ash to meet all the needs of cuttings.

2. Cut branches: Choose healthy plants with good growth, and cut a branch about 20 cm long from them. Make sure the branches are healthy and free from diseases and pests. The cut branches should be properly handled, the leaves at the bottom should be removed, and a leaf bud should be retained on the top. The lower end of the branch should be cut into a bevel to increase the absorption area.

3. Carry out cuttings: spray water on the substrate to keep it moist, poke a small hole on it, dip the chrysanthemum branch in a little rooting powder, and then insert it into the substrate. It does not need to be inserted too deep, and lightly cover and compact the surrounding soil.

4. Maintenance after cutting: After the cuttings are completed, water them and cover them with a layer of plastic wrap to keep them warm and moisturized. Maintaining a good temperature, they will take root in about 2-3 weeks.

2. When is the best time for cuttings to survive?

There are not many restrictions on the time for chrysanthemum cuttings. It can be done all year round, but the best time is April to May, when the survival rate is relatively high and the later growth is also better.