Red leaf plum spring cutting time

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1. Cutting time

2. Cutting method

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It is not suitable for cutting in spring, you can choose to do it in autumn. Generally, it is carried out when half of its leaves have fallen, which is about November to December. In places with slightly higher temperatures, it is also possible to delay the planting for a while. When cutting, be careful to choose branches that grow well, and the soil must be disinfected before use.

1. Cutting time

1. Cutting time

Red-leaf plums are not suitable for cutting in spring. If you want to propagate by cutting, you must choose to do it in autumn. Usually, in autumn, when half of its leaves have fallen, cuttings can be made at this time. The time is around November-December, preferably no later than mid-December. However, warmer areas can start a little later.

2. Cutting Method

1. Branch selection: Cut off a branch with better growth from the mother tree that has been growing for 3-4 years. There should be full buds on the branches, and there should be no signs of damage or damage from diseases and insect pests.

2. Soil: Clean sandy loam soil needs to be prepared first, and carbendazim or potassium permanganate should be used for disinfection before use. After disinfection, add some base fertilizer and have it ready for later use.

3. Treatment: The lower end of the branch should be Cut it at an angle so it can better contact the soil. Then put it into clean water for a quarter of an hour, and then dip it in an appropriate amount of rooting powder, which will be more conducive to its rooting.

4. Cutting: After processing the branches, carefully insert them downward into the soil. There should be a certain distance between the branches. The buds at the upper end of the branches should be about 0.5-1cm above the ground and should not be buried entirely in the soil.

2. Cutting method

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