The Latest Spindle Tree Cutting Techniques and Methods Tutorial

The spindle tree is a relatively common landscaping plant in our daily lives, and its winged branches are what we commonly call a traditional Chinese medicine named Guijianyu (Euonymus alatus). When growing spindle trees, propagation is a very important task. Because the cycle of propagating spindle trees from seed is too long, cutting propagation is now the main method. So how should spindle trees be propagated by cuttings? Below, the editor brings you the cutting techniques for spindle trees. Let's take a look!

1. Cutting seedbed

When propagating spindle trees by cuttings, we first need to handle the cutting seedbed. The width of the cutting seedbed should be kept at about 1 m, and the length should be controlled at about 8 m. The seedbed should have soil with normal drainage and irrigation and a soft texture, then the soil should be broken up finely, and the bed backs and trenches should be made properly. To ensure the normal growth of the cuttings, we also need to carry out a comprehensive and thorough disinfection of the seedbed. The disinfectant can be phoxim or potassium permanganate solution sprayed on the bed surface. Then seal the bed surface for about 4 days, and after sealing, spray it once more with clean water.

2. Substrate and cuttings

The roots of the spindle tree are relatively fine, so the cutting substrate must have good permeability, be able to drain and irrigate normally, and of course also be rich in organic matter. The substrate can be prepared from garden soil, pine needles and organic fertilizer, etc., which can effectively improve the survival rate of spindle tree cuttings. After preparing the substrate, it is then time to select the cuttings. The cuttings should mainly be current-year lignified branches from healthy mother branches with strong growth ability. Be sure to pay attention to the quality of the cuttings, as the quality of the cuttings directly affects the yield and quality of the seedlings and is also closely related to planting benefits.

3. Cutting method

⟦NL>Spindle tree cuttings should generally be carried out in mid-September each year. However, at the latest, note that it must not be later than November, otherwise the survival rate of the cuttings will be reduced. The length of the cuttings should be kept at about 10-18 cm. Remove the lower leaves and keep only the lower leaves? If the leaf area is large, then half of the leaves should be cut off, and buds should be retained appropriately according to the actual condition of the cuttings. If 5 buds are retained, then the bottom of the cutting should mainly be horseshoe-shaped, and the top should remain flat, without tearing, maintaining a smooth cut surface.

Then pay attention to ensuring the lower cut is neat, and follow the principle of inserting immediately after collecting, with storage time preferably not overnight. To avoid the seedlings having their bark rubbed off during cutting, before inserting, first use a small stick to make a small hole and then insert the cutting. The plant and row spacing should be controlled at about 1*4 cm. After cutting, water promptly, build an arched shed, and seal it with plastic film. This can effectively increase ground temperature and humidity. Then as time goes on, ventilate for about 20 minutes every 4 days or so, and the ventilation time is best at 2-3 pm.

The above is a brief introduction to spindle tree cutting techniques. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and we hope it can help everyone!