How to propagate Begonia? Propagation time and method diagram

Begonia propagation method

The main methods of crabapple propagation are cuttings, division, and sowing, among which cuttings and sowing are the two most commonly used methods.

The survival rate of the water cutting method for begonias is also very high, and the rooting is also very fast and relatively intuitive. However, in the process of transferring the water-rooted begonias to soil cultivation, the aquatic root system is difficult to adapt to the soil environment, which can easily cause root rot and death. Therefore, it is not recommended to use the water cutting method to propagate begonias by cuttings.

Begonia breeding time

Begonia can often be propagated by cuttings. It is necessary to choose the right time for cuttings. From the perspective of growth habits, spring and autumn are its most vigorous growth period, so this time period is very suitable for cuttings. The advantage is that the survival rate of cuttings is high, and the cuttings can quickly achieve the purpose of rooting after cuttings.

Begonia propagation method

Begonia division propagation

The steps for propagating Begonia by division are very simple. You can cut the sprouted Begonia tubers longitudinally, leaving 1-2 buds on each piece, and then place them in a well-ventilated place to dry. After that, you can plant them in pots. When planting, pay attention to maintaining a high environmental humidity and temperature.

Begonia cutting propagation

It is best to propagate crabapples by cuttings in spring and autumn. Choose strong, disease-free top shoots growing at the base. When propagating, cut off the leaves at the bottom and insert them in the soil. Be careful to maintain humidity and place them in a shaded place. They will take root in about half a month.

Begonia sowing propagation

Begonias should be sown in spring or autumn when the temperature is mild. First, loosen the soil, sow the seeds in the soil, compact it, water the soil thoroughly, and place it in a warm environment. It will germinate in about 1 week.

Things to note when breeding Begonia

The failure of crabapple cuttings to take root and survive is often caused by black rot, which leads to the failure of cuttings. Therefore, the substrate and branches should be simply disinfected before cuttings. Generally, carbendazim or potassium permanganate can be selected and prepared into a 0.1% solution. The branches should be soaked and disinfected for three to five minutes to kill or reduce the bacterial content in the substrate and reduce the chance of black rot.