How to propagate the Ixora by cuttings?

Cutting time

The cuttings of Ixora are carried out in June and July. At this time, select semi-mature branches, cut 10~15cm, insert them into the soil, maintain the temperature at 24~30℃, and they will take root in 40~50 days.

Environmental factors affecting rooting

The basis for the survival of cuttings is whether the roots germinate, and the main influencing factors are temperature and light.

temperature

The suitable rooting temperature is 25~35℃ (soil). The indoor temperature should be slightly lower than the soil temperature, 23~25℃ is enough.

Light

Pay attention to shading in time after cuttings. At the beginning, shade 50%~60%, and gradually reduce it. Normal light can be allowed after rooting.

Cuttings

The quality of the cuttings will affect the growth of the seedlings and the growth of the plants. How to cut good branches:

It is usually cut in spring and summer, when the plant will grow many tender shoots, which are cut when they grow to 8 to 12 cm.

On a sunny evening, select healthy and disease-free branches with a length of 10 to 14 cm and a diameter of 3 mm, usually side branches or main branches that have been strongly pruned.

Processing of cuttings

The difficulty of rooting varies depending on the variety of the hibiscus flower. Generally, it is easier for small-leaf dwarf varieties to root, while large-leaf varieties are difficult to root. The following treatments should be done before cutting:

Rooting can be promoted by treating with auxins such as indolebutyric acid (IBA) or naphthylacetic acid (NAA), or soaking in a low concentration rooting agent for 12 to 24 hours, or a high concentration rooting agent for 6 to 8 hours.

Soil for cuttings

Choosing the right soil can promote the rooting rate. The soil used for cuttings should be water-retaining, clean, and highly permeable. It is mainly a mixture of perlite, vermiculite, and river sand.

Single perlite can be used in the summer to increase plant drought tolerance and reduce soil temperature. In the southern region, it is best to use a mixture of river sand and perlite in equal proportions, place the river sand at the bottom, and then cover it with a layer of perlite.

Cuttings

After the soil, branches, and maintenance location are prepared, the remaining work is to cut the plants. Insert the processed branches into the soil 3 to 5 cm deep, water them with a small amount, place them in a cool place, and wait for them to take root.

I believe everyone has a certain understanding of the cuttings of the Ixora flower. Every detail must be paid attention to, otherwise the growth of the Ixora flower will be hindered and poor development can occur in a matter of minutes.