How to make gardenia cuttings and how to make gardenia cuttings take root quickly

Gardenia has lush branches and leaves, evergreen leaves, and a strong fragrance, and is deeply loved by flower lovers. When gardenia grows well, it can be propagated by cuttings.

Generally, gardenia can be propagated by cuttings in June, August, and October , but the highest survival rate of cuttings is in mid-April. Choose one-year-old strong branches, prune them, disinfect them, and then insert them into the soil.

How to propagate gardenia by cuttings

1. Cutting time selection

The time for gardenia cuttings varies in different regions. The southern region is relatively warm, and it is recommended to do it from March to October. The north is relatively cold, and the best time is May to June. Generally, late spring and early summer are the best time for gardenia cuttings, when the climate is relatively mild and the survival rate of cuttings is high.

2. Selection of soil for cuttings

It is advisable to choose fertile, loose, fertile, well-drained slightly acidic soil. Humus soil, dead leaf soil and coarse sand can be mixed before use. Disinfect the soil before use to avoid diseases in subsequent farming.

3. Selection of cuttings

Choose one-year-old woody branches that are in good growth condition. Such branches are easy to root. Branches with flower buds have the highest survival rate. Clean off the leaves under the branches and leave 2 to 3 leaves. The cut branches should be disinfected with disinfectant, and can be used for cuttings after being taken out and dried.

4. Cutting operation

Insert the treated branches into the soil to a depth of about 3 cm. Press the branches tightly so that they are in close contact with the soil. Water the soil in a timely manner to keep it slightly moist, and then wait patiently for the branches to take root.

Gardenia cutting maintenance

After the cuttings are taken, it is best to place them in a place without direct sunlight for maintenance. If the branches are exposed to the sun for a long time, they will consume a lot of nutrients and water, which is not conducive to the growth of the branches and may dry up and die. The substrate should also be kept moist, and the surface should be sprayed into the wet base after it dries.