How to propagate Strelitzia reginae and how to make it grow side buds

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1. How to reproduce

2. How to grow side buds

Strelitzia reginae can be propagated by seeding and division. Sowing requires artificial pollination first. Collect the seeds. Soak the seeds in warm water for 4-5 days. Soak them in disinfectant solution for a few minutes. Take them out and place them in a warm place for germination. Then prepare suitable soil and place them in a warm place. Sow the seeds in. Division should be carried out in conjunction with repotting in spring. Select a strong mother plant, cut the rhizome with a knife, divide it into several small plants, and apply plant ash on the incision for transplanting.

1. How to reproduce

1. Reproduction by sowing: Strelitzia reginae produces seeds through pollination by hummingbirds in its natural state, but this method cannot be used at home. , so artificial pollination is required to produce seeds. Ensure good pollination quality, and then produce good collected seeds. Soak the seeds in warm water for 4-5 days before sowing, then soak them in disinfectant solution for a few minutes, then take them out and place them in a warm place, keeping the temperature at about 25-30°C, and they will germinate in a few days. Prepare suitable soil, then sow the seeds into it, and wait for the plants to grow taller before planting.

2. Split propagation: Strelitzia reginae The orchid branches should be combined with repotting in spring. First select a strong mother plant with 5-6 healthy buds. Pour the plant out of the pot, cut the rhizome with a knife, and divide it into several small plants, ensuring that each plant has several small buds. Apply plant ash to the incision, place it aside to dry slightly, and prepare the soil before transplanting.

2. How to grow side buds

If you want Strelitzia reginae to grow lateral buds, you need to repot it once every one or two years, replace it with loose, breathable, and well-drained nutritious soil, and prune the root system appropriately every time you repot it. Give it plenty of sunlight, but avoid bright light. Pay attention to water and fertilizer management, water and fertilize regularly, but not excessively.

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