Time and method of sea buckthorn cuttings, sea buckthorn cutting technology

1. Cutting time

The time for sea buckthorn cuttings is generally from June to July. At this time, the branches and leaves are mature and have accumulated certain nutrients, which is very helpful for its rooting. If the time is too early, the branches are still relatively weak and it is not easy to resist diseases and pests after cuttings. If it is too late, the branches will have become woody and it will take more time for rooting, which is not conducive to its development.

2. Cuttings processing

Choose a semi-lignified branch, usually 1-2 years old, and cut it into 8-10 cm pieces, keeping the top 3-4 leaves and removing all the leaves below. If it is a large-scale cutting, you can bundle 50 roots, align the lower ends, and then soak them in solutions such as indoleacetic acid, indolebutyric acid, etc. This can promote rooting.

3. Take cuttings

The substrate for sea buckthorn cuttings is generally sterilized river sand, which can prevent infection at the bottom of the cuttings. Use chopsticks to poke a hole in the substrate and insert the cuttings into the hole to a depth of one third or one half. After cuttings, water the soil and cover it with a film to maintain a certain humidity while providing adequate shade.

4. Subsequent maintenance

After sea buckthorn cuttings, it needs to be watered frequently to keep it moist, and it will generally take root in 7 days. In addition, it is dioecious, and it is best to plant female and male plants separately. Generally, more female plants are planted, with a ratio of about 5:1. When winter comes, we need to take measures to keep the house warm, such as covering the shed with grass. Usually, you can transplant it in the spring of the second or third year after planting.