The fastest way to root camellia cuttings

Camellia cutting time

Camellia cutting propagation is generally carried out in May or September-October. If it is carried out at the right time, the branches will be easier to root. Cuttings are difficult to maintain in early spring, and the survival rate will be very high. Winter is not suitable because the temperature and humidity are very low and it is difficult to overwinter.

Simple method of camellia cuttings

First, you need to cut a six to ten centimeter long branch from the camellia mother plant, preferably with two or three nodes on it. Prepare a well-ventilated soil and insert the camellia branch into it, and keep the soil moist. After about two months, the roots will grow.

Camellia cutting rooting method

After the camellia is cut, in order to provide the nutrients needed for rooting, you can use some rooting water to soak it to increase the rooting speed. Generally, after the camellia is cut, you can gently pull it. If you find that it is a little sticky to the pot, it means that it has taken root.

Camellia cuttings generally take about two months to take root, but it is not fixed and may take even longer, up to more than three months.

How long should I water the newly planted camellia?

After the camellia is cut, water it thoroughly once, then place it in a semi-shaded place and keep the temperature between 20-25 degrees Celsius. Water it in time to keep the soil slightly moist, and it will grow new roots in about two months.

How long does it take for camellia to see sunlight after cutting?

Camellia cuttings must be shaded in the early stage, and not exposed to the sun. Wait until it begins to adapt to the pot and the roots grow out, then it can see the sun.