How to cut chrysanthemums and when is the best time to cut them?

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1. How to take cuttings

2. When is the best time to take cuttings?

Before cutting chrysanthemums, prepare a good substrate. It should be breathable and contain nutrients. It can be prepared with garden soil, river sand, and plant ash. Cut branches from strong plants to a length of about 20 centimeters. Remove the lower leaves and cut the lower end into a bevel. Spray water appropriately into the substrate, poke a small hole, dip the chrysanthemum branch in a little rooting powder, and then insert it into the substrate. After the cutting is completed, water it once and cover it with a layer of plastic wrap. It will take about 2-3 weeks to take root.

1. How to make cuttings

1. Prepare the substrate: Before cutting, you must prepare a suitable substrate, which can affect the later survival. The substrate must first be breathable and transparent, and it must also contain certain nutrients. It can be prepared with garden soil, river sand, and plant ash to meet the various needs of cuttings.

2. Cut branches: Choose a plant with strong growth and good growth. Cut a branch from the top, about 20 cm in length, to ensure that the branches are healthy and free from pests and diseases. The cut branches should be properly processed. All the leaves at the bottom need to be removed, leaving a leaf bud on the top. The lower end of the branch should be cut into a slope to increase the absorption area.

3. Carry out cuttings: Spray water appropriately into the matrix to moisturize. Poke a small hole in it, dip the chrysanthemum branch in a little rooting powder, and then insert it into the substrate. It does not need to be inserted too deep, and lightly cover and compact the surrounding soil.

4. Post-cutting maintenance: After the cutting is completed, pour water into it, and cover it with a layer of plastic wrap, which can play the role of heat preservation and moisturizing, maintain a good temperature, and it will be ready in about 2-3 weeks. Take root.

2. When is the best time for cuttings to survive

There are not many restrictions on the time for chrysanthemum cuttings. It can be taken all year round, but the best time is from April to May. The survival rate is relatively high and the later growth is also relatively slow. good.

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