How to take cuttings of Christmas cactus

The flowers of Christmas cactus are very beautiful. Some friends can make it bloom into layers of waterfalls through grafting. The flowers are very large, with pink, red and white flowers, all of which are very pleasing to the eye. In fact, Christmas cactus is also a kind of flower plant that is very easy to propagate by cuttings.

Christmas cactus cutting time

Generally, the Christmas cactus we buy on the market are forced to bloom and are put on the market in large quantities after autumn. However, if you want to increase the survival rate of Christmas cactus cuttings, it is best to do it during its growing season and flowering season. The root system is relatively vigorous in these two seasons, making it easier to do cuttings. It is in a dormant state in summer, so it is best not to do cuttings.

Christmas cactus cutting method

In fact, it is very easy to survive by using leaf cuttings for Christmas cactus. As long as the leaves are not newly grown small leaves and the leaves are full, they can be used for cuttings. Another point is that the Christmas cactus leaves must be dried before cuttings, and loose and breathable soil must be used, and some low-concentration water-soluble fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer should be used appropriately. After it grows two or three leaves, it can be transplanted.

Rooting of Christmas cactus cuttings

Christmas cactus is named after its leaves which resemble the proboscis of a crab. It has emerald green leaves and bright flowers, and is very suitable for viewing. If you want it to take root quickly, you must do the following: select emerald green leaves with good growth, about three sections in length, a shallow flowerpot, fertile soil with good drainage, do not water too much, and just keep the soil slightly moist.