Longevity flower cutting method

Longevity flower, also known as Christmas cabbage, is a perennial succulent herb. The ornamental value of longevity flowers is very high, and it is a very common indoor potted plant. Longevity flowers not only have very good-looking flowers, but also have high ornamental leaves when they are not in bloom. So how do we cut when we plant longevity flowers? The following editor brings you the cutting time and methods of longevity flowers, let's have a look!

1. Cutting time

Cutting is the main propagation method of longevity flowers. If the longevity flowers are cut, there is a lot of flexibility. There is no great restriction on reproduction. It can be carried out at any time and will not be affected by the season. However, if you want to improve the survival rate, it is best to do it in summer and autumn and other seasons. Because the temperature in summer and autumn is more suitable for the growth of longevity flowers, a reasonable environmental climate can improve the rooting rate and survival rate.

2. Leaf insertion method

A reasonable cutting method can effectively improve plant growth. There are many kinds of cutting methods for longevity flowers, among which leaf cutting is one. First of all, we choose the leaves with large leaf area, thick and free of diseases and insect pests. Then cut it off and put it in a place with good permeability to dry for about 3 days. When the cut is gradually dried and healed, it is inserted into the cutting bed. Cutting bed to maintain a certain amount of water content, covered with film, about 4 months later can take root.

3. Branch cutting method

Branch cutting is also one of the main methods of rose cutting propagation. First of all, we should choose sturdy and pest-free branches as cuttings on rose plants with strong growth ability and high flowering capacity. Then cut the branches into about 4 cuttings. Keep one bud tip for each cuttage. Then insert the tea into the wet soil, apply a small amount of farm fertilizer and water, strengthen management, and start to take root in about a month.

4. Terminal bud cuttage

Terminal bud cuttings are also commonly used in the propagation of longevity flowers. In the terminal bud cutting, we should pay attention to preserve the end of the bud, do not let the terminal bud hurt. First of all, choose the full terminal bud, and then cut the terminal bud from the branch, be careful not to let the terminal bud get hurt. Otherwise, the rooting rate will be seriously affected. Then the terminal buds were disinfected with potassium permanganate and other solutions. Then insert it directly into the soil and water it properly to prevent the sun from shining directly. It will sprout in a month or so.

5. Stem insertion method

The best time for stem insertion is in summer and autumn. First of all, we need to choose a mature and full fleshy stem. The stem can be inserted directly into the soil without treatment. Then properly watered, and then covered with a layer of plastic film to do a good job of ventilation to ensure air quality. And pay attention to not having enough sunshine, and watering at least once a day. It will sprout in about 4-5 weeks.

The above is a brief introduction to the cutting methods of longevity flowers. The propagation method of longevity flowers is mainly based on cutting, most of the locations of longevity flowers can do cutting work, mainly according to their own planting habits and environment to make appropriate choices. That's all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. I hope it can help you all.