How to make it easy for green radish to survive by cuttings?

With its emerald green leaves and powerful air purification ability, the green ivy has become a common indoor plant in many homes and offices. The green ivy is not only beautiful, but also easy to maintain. Its number can be easily increased through cutting propagation. So how can you make the green ivy survive easily through cuttings? Let’s take a look below.

1. Preparation before cutting

Choose a healthy mother plant: Choose cuttings from a vigorously growing, disease- and insect-free mother plant of the green radish. This is the basis for improving the survival rate.

Prepare tools and materials: scissors (must be sharp and sterilized), hydroponic bottles or flower pots, nutrient soil (a mixture of perlite, vermiculite, coconut coir, etc.), rooting powder (optional), watering can, etc.

2. Selection and processing of cuttings

Branch selection: Choose branches with aerial roots, such branches are easier to root and have a higher survival rate. The branch length is controlled at 10-15 cm, and each branch is ensured to have at least one node.

Branch processing: Use scissors to cut the lower end of the branch at a 45° angle to increase the water absorption area. Remove leaves from the lower ends of branches to reduce water evaporation and prevent leaves from rotting in water.

3. Cutting method

1. Hydroponics:

Insert the treated branches into the hydroponic bottle, and the water depth should be enough to cover 1/3-1/2 of the lower end of the branches.

To promote rooting, add a small amount of rooting powder solution (such as aspirin solution, diluted at a ratio of 1:1000) to the water.

Change the water every 2-3 days to keep the water clean. Avoid adding nutrient solution before rooting to prevent root rot.

Place in a cool and ventilated place, avoid direct sunlight. Rooting usually takes 10-15 days, and the light can be increased appropriately after rooting.

2. Soil culture method:

Pour the prepared nutrient soil into the flowerpot and compact it lightly.

Insert the treated branches into the soil to a depth of about 1/2 of the length of the branch, making sure the branch is stable.

Water thoroughly, place in a cool and ventilated place, and keep the soil moist.

You can cover the flower pot with a plastic bag to increase the air humidity, but pay attention to ventilation to avoid rot caused by high temperatures.

Rooting usually takes 15-20 days. After rooting, it can be gradually moved to a place with sufficient scattered light for maintenance.

4. Maintenance after cutting

Maintain suitable temperature and humidity: The best temperature for green radish cuttings is 20-25℃, and the humidity should be maintained at 70%-80%. The air humidity can be increased by spraying water, covering with plastic wrap, etc.

Avoid direct sunlight: Before rooting, the green radish needs to be placed in a cool and ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight that may cause leaf burns. After rooting, you can gradually increase the light, but avoid direct sunlight.

Water moderately: Before rooting, the hydroponic method requires regular water changes, and the soil culture method requires keeping the soil moist. After rooting, the frequency of watering can be reduced to avoid water accumulation and root rot.

Fertilization: After rooting, you can start applying dilute liquid fertilizer to promote the growth of the green radish. But you need to pay attention to the concentration of fertilizer to avoid burning the roots.

Pest and disease control: Check the growth of green radish regularly, and detect and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner. Fungicides and insecticides can be used for prevention and treatment.

5. Notes

The best time for cuttings is spring and autumn. The temperature and humidity in these two seasons are suitable, which are conducive to the rooting and growth of green radish.

During the cutting process, avoid damaging the branch tissue to avoid affecting rooting.

After cuttings, avoid moving the flower pot frequently to avoid affecting the growth of the green radish.

By mastering the above-mentioned steps, techniques and precautions for green radish cuttings, you can easily propagate green radish and enjoy the fun of gardening. The green ivy not only beautifies the environment, but also purifies the air, making it the best choice for indoor plants.