Rose cutting method and time How to propagate roses by cuttings to achieve a high survival rate

Roses have bright and beautiful flowers and are very ornamental plants, loved by many people. Roses can be propagated by cuttings in spring and autumn. The cutting method is simple and easy to operate, and the survival rate is extremely high. It is the best way to propagate.

When is the best time to plant roses?

Roses are suitable for cuttings in spring and autumn , specifically in March and September . These two months are when the temperature is moderate and it is also the period when roses take root and sprout. Roses can survive quickly after cuttings. Cuttings are not suitable in summer when the temperature is too high.

How to propagate roses

Soil culture cuttings

1. Select cuttings

   Choose a rose that is growing vigorously and remove all its leaves to avoid water loss. Generally, the length of a rose grown in soil is about 15 cm. Cut the lower part obliquely to expose its meristem, disinfect it and dry it.

2. Choose the matrix

   Roses grow best in loose, fertile, acidic soil. Prepare leaf mold, garden soil, and vermiculite, mix them evenly in a ratio of 5:3:2, and add 5 grains of nitrogen fertilizer as the culture soil.

3. Cutting method

   Fill the prepared flowerpot with culture soil and use a wooden stick to poke a few holes, 3-4 cm apart and about 4-5 cm deep. Insert the rose branches into the soil, compact the surrounding soil, and water to keep the soil moist.

Hydroponic cuttings

1. Choose a water source

The tap water used when cultivating roses needs to be aired first to prevent the chlorine in the tap water from affecting the growth of the roses. Then pour an appropriate amount of water into the container.

2. Select cuttings

Choose a mother plant that is growing vigorously, remove the lower leaves, and only need to keep two to four leaves on the top. Generally, the length of a hydroponic rose is about 15 cm. Cut the lower part into an oblique cut to expose its meristem.

Soak it in a water solution containing carbendazim for about thirty minutes, then place the soaked branches in a cool place to dry.

3. Specific operations

Then cut the prepared foam into blocks of appropriate size, insert the previously prepared branches into the foam, then put the foam with the branches into the prepared container and wait for rooting.

Rose cuttings precautions

After the rose cuttings, place them in a semi-shaded place and water them appropriately. Generally, they will take root in about fifteen to twenty days and can then be transplanted. During the transplanting process, you can choose to keep the old soil with you, or you can choose to gently rinse off the old soil with water and then plant them in a new pot.