How to insert tiger thorn plum leaves

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1. Time selection

2. Cut off the leaves

3. Prepare the matrix

4. Carry out cuttings

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It is best to take cuttings in early spring or late autumn. Choose plump, substantial leaves that are larger in size. After the wound dries slightly, you can cut it. The substrate is mainly to ensure breathability, you can choose sand or vermiculite, and make sure it is clean and well drained. Insert the bottom of the leaves into the substrate, spray water mist appropriately to keep them moist, and wait until roots take root before planting in the flower pot.

1. Time selection

1. Time selection

Tiger thorn plum leaf cuttings are not commonly used. Cuttings are usually made through stem nodes, which has a greater chance of survival. Therefore, if you want to make cuttings through leaves, it is best Choose it in early spring or late autumn to ensure that the temperature is moderate. The maximum temperature at noon should not exceed 28 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature at night should not be lower than 15 degrees Celsius. This way the growth will be stronger and more conducive to survival.

2. Cut the leaves

The selection of leaves is also very important. You should choose full and substantial leaves, which should be larger and not too small. After the wound is slightly dry, you can make cuttings. Be careful of the juice flowing out of the wound, which is toxic and can easily cause skin burns if accidentally touched.

3. Prepare the substrate

The preparation of the substrate is very important, mainly to ensure breathability. You can choose sand or vermiculite. It must be clean and well drained. It must not be too sticky or hardened, otherwise it will not be able to breathe normally and it will be difficult to achieve rooting.

4. Make cuttings

Insert the bottom of the leaves into the substrate. It does not need to be too deep. Spray water mist on it appropriately, and roots will soon grow. After taking root, you can plant it in a pot.

2. Cut off the leaves

3. Prepare the matrix

4. Carry out cuttings

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