Sunflower cuttings taken in several months

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1. How many months to take cuttings?

2. How to take cuttings

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Sunflowers are usually cut from May to August. The temperature at this time is higher, which is conducive to its rooting. First prepare nutrient soil for it, using garden soil, sandy soil and chaff ash in a ratio of 3:5:2, and add a little superphosphate as base fertilizer. Then cut off the top of the young stem and use it as a cutting, about 5 cm in length. Level the soil in the pot, insert a hole, and insert the cutting into the hole. Pour water thoroughly and put it in a cool place for curing. Wait 10-15 days for survival.

1. How many months to take cuttings?

One and several months for cutting

The cutting time of sunflowers is mostly in summer, from the beginning of May to the end of August. Although the temperature at this time is high, it can take root quickly. Cuttings should not be carried out in winter as they are sensitive to cold and have difficulty taking root in low temperature environments.

2. How to take cuttings

1. Pot soil preparation: In order to speed up the rooting of cutting seedlings, it is necessary to prepare nutrient soil for it. Garden soil, sandy soil and chaff ash can be mixed in a ratio of 3:5:2. In order to make it grow better, you can add a little superphosphate powder.

2. Cutting processing: Select plants that grow robustly, and Sunflower plants free of diseases and insect pests. Cut off the top of its tender stem to a height of about 5 cm. You can also cut the flower stem into 3 cm long segments and cut off its leaves. After cutting the cuttings, soak them in rooting water and take them out to dry after soaking for one day.

3. Carry out cuttings: After processing the cuttings, you can carry out cuttings. First smooth the surface of the potting soil, and then poke a hole in the surface with a depth of no more than 2 cm. Insert the cuttings into the hole, water them enough and place them in a cool place.

4. Follow-up maintenance: Sunflowers are generally in good condition after cutting. It takes 10-15 days to survive. Do not water or move it randomly during this period. Wait until it takes root, then add water and give it appropriate light.

2. How to take cuttings

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