In which months can dragon fruit be cut? Do I need to water it after cutting?

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1. Cutting time

2. Cutting method

3. Watering management after cutting

The most suitable time for cutting dragon fruit is March to May in spring, and it can also be done in autumn if the temperature is suitable. The temperature during cutting should not be too low and should be stable at around 20°C. You must first select strong stem nodes, cut them from the mother plant, disinfect and dry them, prepare the cutting substrate, and insert the stem nodes to a depth of about 1/3. Do not water immediately after cutting. Wait about 10 days before watering for the first time.

1. Cutting time

Pitaya cuttings are commonly used for propagation. When cutting, the climate should be mild and stable. March to May in spring is the most suitable, and autumn can also be done. When cutting, the temperature should not be too high or too low. It should be stable at around 20℃.

2. Cutting Method

1. Cuttings: The cuttings used for cuttings should be strong and relatively strong stem nodes should be cut. The incision should be smooth. It is best to have an oblique shape when cut from the mother plant.

2. Disinfection: After cutting the required stem segments, apply some plant ash or dip some carbendazim powder to disinfect. You can also dry it in the sun for 3-5 hours and then put it in potassium permanganate for disinfection.

3. Substrate: The substrate for cuttings must be prepared. Coarse river sand and peat soil can be used, and soil that is too sticky should not be used. The most important thing is to disinfect in advance, otherwise bacteria in the soil will invade the cuttings from the incision.

4. Cutting: Insert the sterilized stem nodes into the substrate to a depth of 1/3. Do not damage the outer skin of the cuttings when cutting. You can dig a hole in the soil first and then bury it in it.

3. Watering management after cutting

Don’t water the cuttings first. Keep the soil dry and wait about 10 days before watering. Its rooting speed is very fast. Before it takes root, it should not be exposed to sunlight and the temperature should not change significantly.

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