Milan layering propagation method, how to press branches of Milan flower

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1. Pressing time

2. Branch selection and girdling

3. Cover soil and moisturize

4. Separation and colonization

Milan layering is performed from April to August, with the survival rate during the rainy season being relatively high. Select a strong growing plant, cut an annual branch, and girdle it 20 cm from the base to a width of about 1 cm. Then wrap the girdling area with moss or peat moss, spray water appropriately and tie it with plastic tape. When the roots take root in the girdling area and the roots are relatively developed, they can be planted separately.

1. Laying time

The time for layering in Milan is usually from April to August. This plant is native to the south. It likes a warm and humid climate and is very intolerant of cold. Therefore, it must be avoided in late autumn and early winter, and it should not be carried out in early spring. In addition, layering during the rainy season makes it easier for roots to take root and has a higher success rate.

2. Branch selection and girdling

Before preparing for layering, first select a plant that is healthy and free of diseases and insects, and look for an annual lignified branch from above. Then perform girdling at 20 cm from its base, peeling off the bark to expose its xylem. The width of the girdling is about 1 cm. In addition, the lower side branches should be cut off to prevent them from consuming nutrients.

3. Covering soil and moisturizing

Environment After peeling, you usually have to wait a few days before covering with soil. Since the sap is transmitted upward from the middle of the branches and then downward through the bark, it allows it to accumulate nutrients every few days. Use moss or peat soil to apply to the girdling area. In order to better moisturize, you need to spray water appropriately, and then tie it tightly with a plastic bag to prevent the soil from falling off.

4. Isolation and colonization

Milan Layering usually takes two months to take root, but it does not mean that it can be separated and transplanted after the roots have grown. It usually takes half a year, when the root system of the plant has developed, and the climate is warmer before cutting and planting. Prepare the flower pot and soil, plant it in new soil, place it in a semi-shady place and wait for the pot to be ready.

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