This flower can be rooted from a single branch, grows like crazy when watered, with green leaves, big flowers and a rich fragrance

100% success Gardenia cutting method

1. Prepare a large drink bottle, a piece of foam board, tape and scissors.

2. Cut the plastic bottle open, but do not cut it all the way through; leave one section uncut. Cut the foam board into a circle, with a diameter a bit smaller than the bottle.

3. Take a Gardenia cutting, remove some of the leaves near the bottom, then insert it into the foam board.

4. Put water in the bottle, place the foam board and the Gardenia into the bottle, then close the bottle body and seal it with tape. Put the cap on, and poke two or three small holes in the cap.

5. Put the bottle in a spot with bright indirect light and wait for roots to form. No need to change the water during this time; roots will form in less than about half a month.

6. After roots have grown, do not rush to plant it; give the young seedling time to adjust. Open the upper part of the plastic bottle for ventilation, let it air for 1~2 days, then transplant it into a pot.

Gardenia care secrets

1. Soil acidity and alkalinity

If Gardenia leaves turn yellow, it may be that the soil is not acidic enough, or there is an iron deficiency. You can use 0.5 g citric acid plus 2.5 g ferrous sulfate, mix with 1 liter of clean water, shake well and water the plant, using it 3~4 times a month.

2. Moisture retention

Gardenia likes a humid air environment, so in the evening you can mist the leaves and the area beside the pot to raise humidity. In summer, mist both morning and evening.

3. Water temperature

When misting or watering Gardenia, it is best to use water that has been left in the sun. Usually you can store water in a plastic bucket and leave it on the balcony in the sun; it is very convenient to use.

That is all for the Gardenia care tips.

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