Plants suitable for cuttings in autumn: pick 1 leaf and place it in a pot for rapid growth

Roses can be propagated by cuttings in autumn. Rose propagation is mainly done by cuttings and grafting. Generally, rose cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer, early autumn, the plum rain season, or late autumn. For spring cuttings, cut a sturdy, robust branch 15 cm long from the middle section, keep 3 leaves, insert two-thirds of it into the soil, and pay attention to shading and watering; the cutting will sprout in 3~4 weeks. When taking cuttings in summer, the lower cut must be made below a node, which helps the plant heal its wound and take root. Spray water every early morning, and it will sprout in about 20 days.

After cutting, water thoroughly, then shade and retain moisture with a small arched plastic film shelter. Spray water frequently for the first ten days to maintain a relatively moist environment; after 10 days, reduce spraying and spray only when the soil looks dry, keeping it in a slightly dry, moist state. In an environment of 20~25°C, the cuttings will root in 20~35 days, with a rooting rate of over 95%. After new roots form, water and fertilize in a timely manner to promote balanced aboveground and underground growth of the plant.

The second is kalanchoe cuttings. Kalanchoe is very easy to grow, and even during the cutting period it is easier to manage than other plants. As long as you make sure the moisture is neither too dry nor too wet, keep the temperature between 15-30°C, keep air humidity at 70-85%, and provide partial shade for light, the cutting will succeed. During the cutting period, the air humidity should be slightly higher than what mature plants normally require. That is all it takes to propagate it successfully.

Snake plant cuttings: from a snake plant with healthy branches and leaves, break off a few leaves. Choose fresh leaves without damage. You can use a whole leaf, or cut a leaf into sections six or seven centimeters long. Leave the harvested leaves in a cool place for 24 hours until the wounds dry. Prepare soil mixed with sand; it is better to choose breathable, loose soil. (You do not have to prepare a separate pot; you can choose a flower pot with larger gaps that has previously held flowers or plants.) Insert the prepared leaves into the soil to a depth of 3~4 cm.

Cuttings taken in other seasons generally take longer to root. As long as the temperature is between 15°C and 25°C, cuttings can be taken at any time. For snake plants whose roots have already rotted, if the upper leaves are not rotten, they can still be cut off for cuttings and will likewise survive. When taking cuttings, be careful not to insert them upside down. After inserting, maintain a certain humidity; when the cutting medium is slightly dry, spray water with a fine-nozzle watering can, but it should not be too wet, lest they rot. Then place them in a spot with scattered light and air circulation.

For later care, place the snake plant cuttings in a cool place, keep it ventilated and breathable, and keep the potting soil moist during this period. Do not water too much or let them be exposed to rain, otherwise the cut leaves will easily rot. Snake plant cuttings root rather slowly and will only root one month after cutting. After rooting, it takes 1~2 months for small buds to emerge, and then small seedlings gradually grow; the whole process takes about half a year. Before taking cuttings, strengthen the management of the mother plant, appropriately increase watering, keep the soil moist, and apply a little liquid fertilizer to keep the mother plant strong, which is more conducive to the survival of the cuttings.

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