Cutting propagation method of crabapple flower

Begonia flower is not only a common flower plant in China, but also a unique plant in China. Has the laudatory name of "Guoyan", its ornamental value is very high, some varieties of crabapple flower fruit can also be eaten. So now the planting area of crabapple flower is very large, when planting crabapple flower, the propagation method is generally based on cutting propagation. Today, the editor has brought you the method of cutting propagation of begonia flowers. Let's have a look!

1. Cutting time

When crabapple flowers are propagated by cuttings, we should first choose a suitable cutting time. The appropriate cutting time has a great relationship with the survival rate of cutting. Under normal circumstances, the growing season of crabapple flowers is generally in spring and autumn, and the climatic environment in spring and autumn is also very suitable for the growth of begonia flowers. Therefore, from April to May every year, when the temperature is about 20 degrees, it is the best time for begonia flower cutting.

2. Branch selection

After determining the cutting time of crabapple flowers, we have to select the cutting branches. The cutting branches should be mainly grease branches that are robust, disease-free and pest-free. The length of the branch should be kept at about 6 cm, after the branch is selected. Cut off the branches with a sharp blade to ensure that the cut is intact and smooth, and when cutting the branches, be careful not to touch the water in the wound to avoid bacterial infection.

3. Branch treatment

After the branches are selected and cut, we have to deal with the branches. First of all, to observe the existence of flower buds on the branches, if there are flower buds, then remove the flower buds. Then the cutting cut of the branch should be disinfected. Disinfectant can choose carbendazim and other agents, after appropriate smear, put the branches in a ventilated place to dry. After drying, cutting can be carried out.

4. Prepare the matrix

Before selecting branches for treatment, we should first prepare the substrate for cutting. The cutting substrate of crabapple flower can be mainly soil, in general, it can be prepared with river sand. Although crabapple flowers do not have great requirements for soil matrix, we should still pay attention to disinfection when choosing soil. After washing the river sand, put it in the sun for about two days, and then pour enough water to prepare the cuttings.

5. Timely cutting

After all the preparatory work has been done, you can start cutting. The cutting method of begonia flower is very simple, and the branches can be inserted directly into the soil. After cutting, the branch should keep it upright. Be careful not to water immediately, if there is a shortage of water, then you can only spray water properly. Then do to maintain a ventilated, cool environment, under normal circumstances, about 10 days after the cuttings can be rooted alive, and then transplant according to the actual situation.

The above is a brief introduction to the cutting propagation methods of crabapple flowers. That's all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. I hope it can help you all.