Does hawthorn rely on cuttings for propagation? What methods can hawthorn be propagated by?

1. Does propagation rely on cuttings?

Hawthorn can be propagated by cuttings, but this method is not usually used. The survival rate of cuttings is not high, and the growth is relatively slow, so this method is not usually recommended. In order to increase the survival rate, the time for cuttings needs to be chosen carefully, preferably in March or April in spring, when the climate is mild and suitable, which can help germination and rooting. Generally, hard branches on the tree are not used for cuttings. You can choose the root branches below, that is, the root suckers below. They do not need to be too thick, about 0.5-1 cm thick. Dip them in rooting powder and place them in wet sand to take root, and then cut them into the substrate.

2. How to reproduce

1. Seeds: Before using seeds for reproduction, you must first select suitable seeds. Pick the seeds after the fruit is ripe. The fruit should be plump and full, free from the effects of pests and diseases, and of excellent quality. Mix the seeds with wet sand and store them. Take out the seeds next year and sow them on the seedbed. When the seedlings grow to about 30 cm, they can be transplanted.

2. Grafting: Grafting is a commonly used method nowadays. It can be carried out in spring, summer and autumn. Seedlings are cultivated, and then strong hawthorn branches are cut as scions. Grafting is performed through bud grafting, branch grafting, and approach grafting, and the grafting place is fixed.