How to reproduce camellias and how to reproduce offspring

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1. Propagation by cuttings

2. Grafting and reproduction

3. High-altitude layering

Its reproduction is usually carried out using three methods. The first is the cutting method. Choose strong and semi-lignified cuttings. Poke a hole in the soil surface, insert cuttings to compact the soil, and water thoroughly. The second is the grafting method. The bottom of the cutting is cut into a wedge shape, and an incision is made on the rootstock. After processing, insert it into the incision and tie it tightly to the cambium layer. The third is the high-altitude layering method. Wrap the girdling wound with nutritious soil and spray water frequently to moisturize it. Roots will take root soon, just cut it off and continue planting.

1. Propagation by cuttings

Cutting should be carried out when it is warm, and it is recommended to do it between May and June or between September and October. The cuttings should be strong, semi-lignified, with a length of 8-10 cm, and the lower leaves should be cut off to reduce water consumption. Also prepare soil with strong drainage properties, pure sand can be used. After preparation, poke a hole in the soil surface, put in the cuttings, compact the soil, and water it once to let it soak through. After keeping warm and moisturizing, roots can take more than a month.

2. Grafting Propagation

Grafting Choose a strong stake as the rootstock and cut a 1.5-2cm opening at the top. Then cut the bottom of the cutting into wedges. Note that both the rootstock and cuttings should expose the cambium layer. After processing, insert the cutting into the incision of the rootstock, align it with the cambium layer, and tie it with a rope. In the later stage, attention should be paid to temperature control to ensure a warm environment, so that they can survive soon.

3. High-altitude layering

Except In addition to cuttings and grafting, high-altitude layering is also commonly used. Select branches with relatively strong growth and girdle them below the nodes, with a width of about 1-2 cm. Then prepare peat soil and decomposed pine leaves, wrap them in a plastic bag, and wrap them around the wound to secure it. In the later stage, pay attention to frequently spraying water and moisturizing, so that the roots will take root soon, just cut them off and continue planting. The survival rate is also relatively high.

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