Can carnation cuttings survive without roots?

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1. Can you live?

2. How to take cuttings

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It takes two months for carnation cuttings to take root. Before then, you can survive without roots. If there is still no root after two months, it means that the root has not been inserted. To increase the survival rate, choose plants that are strong and disease-free, cut 6-9 cm lateral branches as cuttings, and leave 4-5 leaves on the top. Use garden soil and chaff ash as the substrate, insert the cuttings to a depth of 2 cm, water them thoroughly and place them in a cool place.

1. Can you live?

1. Can it survive?

It takes two months for carnations to take root after being cut. Before that, they can still survive without taking root. However, if they do not take root for more than two months, they will not be able to survive. After cutting, it needs to be placed in a suitable environment, while paying attention to temperature and humidity. If maintained properly, it is relatively easy to survive.

2. How to take cuttings

1 2. Select cuttings: In order to ensure the survival of the cuttings, choose carnations that are healthy and free from diseases and insect pests. Cut a 6-9 cm long side branch from the top, keep the top 4-5 leaves, and remove all the rest. Cut the bottom of the cutting into a slope to increase the area in contact with the soil and facilitate rooting.

2. Pot soil preparation: you want the cuttings to take root quickly , it is necessary to provide a good growing environment. The potting soil should be mainly garden soil, with a little bit of rice bran ash added. Rice bran ash can increase soil drainage and is also rich in potassium, which can provide nutrients for the growth of cuttings.

3. Make cuttings: After processing the cuttings and pot soil, you can make cuttings. Insert the cuttings into the soil 2-3 cm deep. If you want to cut multiple branches, the distance between each branch should be about 4 cm. Water immediately after insertion and place in a cool place.

4. Follow-up care: Because carnation cuttings are longer growth cycle, so temperature and light must be controlled. The temperature should be controlled between 10-20℃, and it can be covered with a plastic bag to keep it warm. At this time, it is not suitable to receive direct light, but can be placed in a semi-shady place to receive scattered light.

2. How to take cuttings

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