How to quickly root Daphne koreana

Osmanthus fragrans is often propagated by cuttings. If you want it to take root faster, you should choose to do it in spring or autumn. Choose strong cuttings. After cutting, remove the bottom leaves and soak them in rooting water for a day. You also need to prepare a suitable substrate and carefully maintain it to facilitate rooting.

1. Cutting time

If you want the cuttings of Osmanthus fragrans to take root as soon as possible, it is recommended to do it in late spring or autumn, specifically between April and May or September and October. These two time periods are the peak growth seasons for Osmanthus fragrans, when the branches have strong germination ability and high activity, and the climate is also relatively suitable, making it easy to manage after cutting.

2. Cuttings

Choose strong branches that are not infected with pests and diseases, with a length of 8 to 10 cm. After cutting, remove the bottom leaves and only keep the top leaves. It is best to make the bottom of the cuttings oblique to promote better absorption of fertilizer and water. The treated cuttings should also be soaked in rooting water for a day, which can promote faster rooting.

3. Prepare the substrate

The substrate for cuttings of Osmanthus fragrans should be loose and breathable. It is recommended to mix an appropriate amount of river sand and leaf mold into the garden soil. When you prepare it yourself, it needs to be disinfected before use. It can be exposed to strong light for two days, or it can be disinfected with disinfectant.

4. Insert the seeds into the soil

After the substrate is prepared and the cuttings are processed, they can be propagated. When inserting, control the depth of the cuttings into the soil. It is enough to insert the cuttings about one-third of the depth. After insertion, water them appropriately to make the substrate moist, and then maintain them in a cool and well-ventilated environment. They will take root and survive in about a month.