How to propagate roses
Roses have bright and beautiful flowers. They are very ornamental plants and are loved by many people. Roses can be propagated by cuttings in spring and autumn. The cutting method is simple and easy to operate, and has a very high survival rate, making it the best way to propagate. Let me tell you the specific cutting method of roses.
1. Cutting time
Roses are suitable for cutting in March and September. These two times are when the temperature is moderate and they are also the period when roses take root and germinate. Roses can survive quickly after cutting. The temperature in summer is too high, so cuttings are not suitable.
2. Prepare the soil
Roses grow best in loose, fertile, acidic soil. Prepare leaf mold soil, garden soil, and vermiculite, mix them evenly in a ratio of 5:3:2, and add 5 grains of nitrogen fertilizer as culture soil.
3. Select cuttings
Select strong branches that are free from diseases and insect pests and contain at least 3-4 bracts. Cut off the leaves from the branches, leaving 2-3 leaves. Cut the bottom of the branches into diagonal cuts with a sterilized knife and soak them in rooting water for 5 hours. After taking it out, place it in a cool and ventilated place to dry.
4. Cuttings
Fill the prepared flower pot with culture soil, and use a log stick to poke several holes, 3-4 cm apart, and the hole depth is about 4-5 cm. Insert the rose branches into the soil, compact the surrounding soil, and water to keep the soil moist. After cutting, place it in a semi-shady place, water it appropriately, fertilize it every 7 days, and wait for the branches to take root.
5. Hydroponic cuttings
1. Prune the branches. Before cutting, prune the branches appropriately, trim the bottom of the branches into a slope, and cut off most of the leaves above to reduce water consumption and prevent the leaves from rotting due to water exposure.
2. Choose a container, preferably a transparent glass bottle or plastic basin, so that you can easily observe changes in the roots and judge whether to change the water.
3. Insert the skewers into water: Put the processed branches into the bottle. Pay attention to controlling the amount of water. In the early stage, the water needs to be changed every two or three days. After rooting, it can be changed once a week.
4. Later management: Change the water frequently before rooting to avoid breeding bacteria and affecting rooting. When changing the water, clean the mucus on the branches. You can put an appropriate amount of root powder in the water.
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