Time and method of cutting of Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia cutting time

Cuttings of evergreen can be done in spring, approximately around March or April. If the temperature is not too high in summer, it can also be done in June or July. The temperature during the cutting period should not be too low or too high. These two extreme climate environments are not conducive to rooting.

Dieffenbachia cutting method

1. Branch processing

Before grafting the evergreen, you can select relatively strong branches from the mother plant, cut off 12-15 cm branches, remove the lower leaves, and keep 1-2 leaves. Then apply bactericidal and anti-inflammatory medicine on the wound to prevent infection. After placing it in a ventilated and diffused light place to dry, you can graft it.

2. Cutting process

When taking cuttings, you should choose loose and breathable soil. You can add some nutrients such as leaf mold to the soil to improve soil fertility and keep the soil moist. Insert two-thirds of the evergreen branches into the soil, and the cuttings are completed.

Maintenance of Dieffenbachia after cutting

After the evergreen is grafted, it can be placed in a ventilated and diffused light place for maintenance, which is conducive to the growth of the evergreen. The indoor temperature should be controlled, not too low or too high, and kept at 24-30℃. Water less to avoid water accumulation and root rot. It will take about 15 days for it to take root and sprout.