How to propagate Schefflera (how to make Schefflera cuttings have a high survival rate and fast rooting)

Schefflera, also known as "Schefflera", is an evergreen tree or shrub belonging to the genus Schefflera of the Araliaceae family. Its leaves can remain evergreen all year round.

Choosing small potted plants to place in the room can create a comfortable and fresh atmosphere, and can also absorb harmful gases in the air, becoming one of the more common potted plants for greening and home. Let's discuss how to make Schefflera take root quickly through cuttings?

What are the ways to propagate Schefflera?

1. Planting

Seed propagation is also called "seed propagation", which means sowing the fruits of Schefflera in spring. After about 2 months of growth, they will finally become seedlings with strong root systems.

2. Cutting propagation

   Cutting propagation is also called "branch cutting propagation". It means cutting branches with strong regeneration ability in spring and summer, inserting them into soil suitable for growth, and after about one month of maintenance and management, they will finally become fast-growing cutting seedlings.

How to get a high survival rate of Schefflera by cuttings

This is a common method for Schefflera, so how can we perform the cutting operation to make it take root faster?

Step 1: Branch Selection

   Schefflera has many branches, and the regeneration ability of each branch is different. If you choose branches with weak regeneration ability for cuttings, root rot will easily occur.

Therefore, it is recommended to choose disease-free and semi-mature top branches as cuttings. Using such branches for cuttings will result in quick rooting.

Step 2: Soil selection

   Schefflera is very demanding on soil, and its branches have weak rooting ability, so it needs soil that is suitable for its growth. If hardened, alkaline soil is used for cuttings, the branches will easily rot.

Therefore, it is recommended to choose vermiculite rich in acidic factors for cuttings, which can promote rooting of branches.

Step 3: Maintenance after cutting

   After inserting the Schefflera branches into the soil with the cut facing downward, they need to be maintained to promote rooting. First, place them in a cool place, then keep the micro-environment moist, then do not fertilize them, and finally, pay attention to check the rooting situation.