How to propagate purple clover and what to pay attention to

Purple clover reproduction method

The main ways of propagating purple clover are cuttings and sowing. Its seeds can be propagated, and its natural reproduction method is generally through seeds. Usually, purple clover is propagated fastest by cuttings.

Purple clover breeding time

If purple clover is propagated by cuttings, it is generally best to do it in spring and autumn each year. The weather in these two seasons is relatively warm, and the cuttings can survive as soon as possible after cutting, and its survival rate is high.

Purple clover propagation method

Purple clover division propagation

When propagating by division, each purple clover must have underground rhizomes. Cut the bead-shaped rhizomes into small pieces with raised buds on them. Then bury the small pieces in the soil and water them thoroughly. New leaves will soon grow and it will soon bloom.

Purple clover cutting propagation

When propagating purple clover by cuttings, it is best to use bulbs as cuttings. Choose bulbs that are fully grown and have roots, and then place them in a sand bed. Water them appropriately to keep the soil slightly moist. Also, keep the temperature between 15-18°C, and they will soon take root and sprout.

Purple clover seed propagation

It is best to sow in spring. Purple clover is relatively small and difficult to sow by hand. You can mix the seeds and culture soil for sowing. After sowing, pay attention to maintaining appropriate humidity and temperature. It will germinate about 15 days after sowing.

Purple clover breeding precautions

1. If you choose to propagate purple clover by division, especially in the autumn in northern regions, you need to place the cut stems indoors for maintenance after planting them in the sand bed to ensure that the environmental temperature for germination is suitable.

2. If you choose to propagate purple clover by sowing, you need to add fertilizer and water during its seedling stage, and be sure to provide shade in time in summer to prevent the plant from being exposed to direct sunlight. You also need to ensure proper ventilation and the humidity of the surrounding environment.