How to grow Ixora? Cultivation methods and precautions

Ixora is a plant that is not very commonly known in our daily lives, but it actually has many uses. So how do you grow Ixora? Let's take a look together!

1. How to grow Ixora

Growing Ixora requires well-drained acidic sandy loam soil. Because it likes moisture and fears dryness, it needs frequent watering during the growing period. Normally it can be placed in a sunny location, and it can also grow in a semi-shaded environment. The suitable temperature is 5-25°C, from March to September it is 24-30°C, and from September to March of the following year it is 13-18°C. Topdressing should mainly be nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, and appropriate pruning is all that is needed.

2. Ixora propagation methods

1. Seed propagation

Seed propagation of Ixora is generally carried out in spring, sowing the seeds collected in winter. When sowing, the ambient temperature must be kept between 22 and 24°C so that the seeds can germinate quickly at a suitable temperature. Generally, new sprouts will appear in about 20 days.

2. Cutting propagation

Cutting propagation is a relatively common propagation method for Ixora, generally carried out by cuttings in June or July of summer. When taking cuttings, cut 10-15 cm long branches from the Ixora. After the wounds have healed, insert the branches into a prepared sand bed. After about a month and a half, new roots will grow.

3. Layering propagation

Ixora can also be propagated by layering. Layering propagation is generally carried out on Ixora that has grown dense and lush branches. First, peel the bark at a point 20 cm below the top of the Ixora to create a ring shape, then wrap the injured area with peat, tie it tightly with plastic film, and after 2 months the wound will heal and new roots will grow.