Tiger thorn plum cutting method

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1. Cutting time

2. Cut the branches

3. Prepare sand bed

4. Carry out cuttings

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It is best to take cuttings of tiger thorn plum in May-June, when the survival rate is very high. Cut the mature branches from the tiger thorn plum, and keep 3-4 leaf nodes on the stem. Do not cut them immediately, but put them aside to dry. The sand bed can be made of pure sand, or clean perlite, vermiculite, etc. The cut branches can be inserted into the sand bed after drying. Spray water appropriately to promote rooting. Roots will take place in about 30 days.

1. Cutting time

1. Cutting time

Tigerberry can be cut during the entire growth period, but it is best to choose it in May-June. The survival rate is very high at this time, so you need to avoid summer and winter.

2. Cut the branches

Choose a tiger thorn plum plant in good growth condition and cut mature branches from the top. A length of about 6-10 cm is best, and the branches above the top are the best. After cutting the branch, some white juice will flow out from the wound. Be careful not to cut it immediately or let the juice flow onto your hands. Note that 3-4 leaf nodes should be retained on the stem segment to ensure a good chance of survival.

3. Preparation of sand bed

It is best to keep the sand bed breathable. You can use pure sand, or clean vermiculite or perlite, so that moisture will not accumulate. It should be placed in the sun to dry in advance to achieve disinfection.

4. Make cuttings

When the cut branches are slightly dry, you can make cuttings. Dip the branches in rooting agent and insert them into the sand bed. Spray water appropriately to promote rooting. If the surrounding climate is mild, roots will take place in about 30 days. Once the root growth is stable, the plant can be moved elsewhere for maintenance.

2. Cut the branches

3. Prepare sand bed

4. Carry out cuttings

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