How to propagate hollyhock

Hollyhock propagation method: sowing method

The seeds can be sown after they mature in August and September, and will bloom the following year. If sown in spring, it will not bloom easily in the same year. In the south, sowing is often done in autumn, while in the north, sowing is mainly done in spring.

Depending on the number of seeds, you can choose to sow them in an open-field seedbed and then transplant them, or sow them directly in the soil without transplanting them. The soil is generally leaf mold or field soil. The soil must be disinfected before sowing to prevent the occurrence of diseases and pests.

Under normal circumstances, it will germinate in 7 days and be transplanted when 2-3 leaves grow. It is best to transplant on a rainy day, and thinning can be done, which is extremely beneficial to the growth of the plants.

The germination ability of hollyhock seeds can be maintained for 4 years, but the growth of seedlings will decline after two or three years, and the seedlings are very prone to sudden wilting, so the management of the seedbed must be strengthened, and appropriate drugs can be added to the soil.

How to propagate hollyhock: division method

Hollyhock division is usually carried out in autumn. Dig the perennial hollyhock out of the soil and use a sharp knife to divide the stems and buds into several small clusters, ensuring that each cluster has two or three buds.

Then plant them in the substrate, which is generally fertile, well-drained sandy soil. Water thoroughly once immediately after planting, and it will bloom the following year.

Hollyhock propagation method: cutting method

Cuttings can be taken after flowering until winter.

Generally, the side branches sprouting from the base of the old trunk of hollyhock are selected as cuttings, with a length of about 8 cm, and the substrate is generally sandy soil.

After cuttings, cover the seedbed with plastic film, maintain a certain humidity, and place it in the shade until roots grow.

When doing cuttings in winter, a heating device needs to be laid at the bottom of the seedbed to increase the ground temperature, maintain the temperature of the seedbed, and accelerate the growth of new roots.