A Detailed Guide to Division Propagation Techniques for Household Flowers

Flower types include herbaceous flowers (annual herbaceous flowers, biennial herbaceous flowers) and woody flowering plants (trees, shrubs, vines); because the types differ, their propagation methods also vary. The common main ones are the division method (used for flowers with clumping habit and strong suckering ability) and the bulb division method (used for bulbous flowers). Next, the editor will briefly discuss division propagation techniques for household flowers, hoping it can be of some help to everyone.

I. Division Method

1. Meaning of the division method

The division method is cutting off the shoots or stolons sprouting from the root crown of the mother plant to separate out a new plant. It has the advantages of a high survival rate and keeping the flower's characteristics unchanged.

2. Flowers suitable for division

Aspidistra (cast iron plant), Lady Palm (Rhapis excelsa), calla lily, Iris, daylily, Clivia, Canna, Asparagus fern, broadleaf lady palm, Echeveria, as well as corm and bulb type flowers, etc.

3. Best time for division

Spring is best, autumn also works; of course, some flowers have no seasonal restriction.

4. Preparation before division

A sterilized sharp small knife, new pots, potting soil, sulfur powder, mosquito coil ash.

5. Operating steps

① Rhizomatous flowers such as orchids, asparagus fern, hosta, spider plant, calla lily, etc.

First take the flower out of its original pot, then use a small knife to cut vertically at the rhizome, cutting it into 3-4 pieces; each piece needs to have stems, leaves and roots. Apply sulfur powder or mosquito coil ash to the cut surfaces to prevent rot, then plant them separately into prepared new pots.

② Corm and bulb type flowers such as tulips, gladiolus, tuberose, lilies, etc.

After the flowers bloom, dig out the bulbs in summer, twist off the small bulblets and dry them, store them, and plant them at the appropriate time.

③ Large flowers such as broadleaf lady palm, ginkgo, etc.

Cut off part of the roots with bud eyes from the mother plant, apply plant ash or sulfur powder to the cut surfaces to prevent rot, and plant them into prepared pots.

6. Management after division

Water thoroughly, place in a cool and ventilated place, and move into the sun after several days.

II. Bulb Division Method

1. Advantages of the bulb division method: it flowers earlier than propagation by sowing, and the method is simple.

2. Naturally separate the newly produced tubers, corms, rhizomes, bulbs, tuberous roots, etc., and plant them separately, and they will grow into independent new plants.

3. Time for bulb division: mostly carried out during the dormant period or before harvesting and planting the bulbs.

How to grow Tradescantia zebrina? A brief discussion of hydroponic and care management techniques for Tradescantia zebrina

Tradescantia zebrina is a kind of household flower; its leaves do not wither or change color all year round and stay evergreen in all four seasons, and when it blooms its flower shape resembles a butterfly. Today the editor will tell everyone about hydroponic and care management techniques for Tradescantia zebrina.

Tradescantia zebrina is one of the trailing herbaceous flowers grown for both foliage and flowers, with high ornamental value, and it is very popular. Its cultivation method is simple and it is easy to keep alive, so it is worth planting for friends who like flowers and plants.

1. Hydroponic method

(1) Any container without a bottom hole can be selected; a glass bottle with a diameter of 8-20 cm is best.

(2) Because it often grows roots at the stem nodes, you can cut off the stem branches with roots for propagation. First insert the cut branches into nutrient solution, wait for the root tips to extend into main roots, then cut off cuttings from the ends and soak them in nutrient solution for hydroponics.

(3) You can use 1/4 of the standard concentration of Garden Test nutrient solution. Replace the nutrient solution once a month. The nutrient solution height should soak the root system.

2. Care guide

(1) Temperature and light: the most suitable growth temperature for Tradescantia zebrina is 15-25°C; as long as the temperature is not lower than 5°C, it can overwinter safely. Tradescantia zebrina likes sufficient diffused light, but it should not be too shady, otherwise the branches will become leggy; avoid direct strong light in summer.

(2) Changing water: hydroponic Tradescantia zebrina needs regular water changes. In the early growth stage it is best to change the water once every 2-3 days; after water roots grow, change the water once every 10-15 days.

(3) Fertilizing: when changing the water for Tradescantia zebrina, add nutrient solution, which can help it grow vigorously and make the plant grow quickly, but be careful to avoid overly fast growth affecting the plant shape.

(4) Pest and disease control: leaf blight, gray mold, and scale insects are common pests and diseases of Tradescantia zebrina. Among them, when the plant is dense, moist air is most likely to cause leaf blight. So the plant needs to be pruned often, and the pot should be changed regularly every year to prevent leaf blight; gray mold: if this disease occurs, the infected branches should be cut off promptly; if the whole plant is infected, cut off the whole plant, and when new shoots sprout in spring it can become a new plant; and scale insects are suitable for manual capture, cutting off the diseased branches and leaves to prevent further spread.

During the cultivation of Tradescantia zebrina, the main thing is to pay attention to care techniques related to temperature and light. In the editor's view, it is not only easy to grow but also good-looking, and is a very good landscaping flower. Interested friends can follow the hydroponic techniques shared by the editor for cultivation.

How to plant four o'clock flower? A brief discussion of cultivation and management techniques for four o'clock flower

The four o'clock flower's flower color is purple, and it generally opens in the afternoon. Its flowering period is long, and when it blooms it carries a faint fragrance. Its ornamental value is extremely high, and its planting method is simple. It is a superb household potted flower. Friends who like flowers and plants can give it a try.

1. Sowing

Put drainage stones in the flowerpot, then add soil. Because four o'clock flower seeds are relatively large, use the spot sowing method: poke a few small holes in the soil with your finger, put in the seeds, and then cover with soil. Keep the soil moist during sowing, and give it a moderate amount of sun.

2. Watering

The four o'clock flower likes a humid climate, so water to keep the soil moist. Water when the soil is dry, but there must be no waterlogging, otherwise it is very easy to drown.

3. Light

During the seedling stage, the four o'clock flower can be placed in sufficient sunlight, which can prevent the branches and leaves from becoming leggy. After it becomes a potted plant, the four o'clock flower prefers shady conditions, and it is best grown under cover; an occasional bit of sun is fine. It is suitable for growing in a semi-shady environment, which is beneficial for flowering.

4. Fertilizing

The four o'clock flower is robust by nature and highly adaptable, and its care and management are extensive. When grown at home, if you can occasionally water it with water used to wash meat or fish, or rice-washing water, the flowers will bloom more vigorously and the flower color will be more vivid. As for applying fertilizer, you can fertilize once every two weeks, which helps the four o'clock flower grow buds and bloom.

5. Temperature

The four o'clock flower is not cold-tolerant, so when getting through winter, the four o'clock flower needs good measures to overwinter. The method is to dig out the roots in late autumn, then place them in moist soil at a suitable temperature, and then let them grow again the following year.

How to plant four o'clock flower: its seeds also have beauty benefits!

The four o'clock flower is not only fragrant, but its seeds and leaves also have beauty, heat-clearing and detoxifying effects. When the seeds mature, they look black and spherical on the outside and white inside. For beauty purposes, you can take a number of mature seeds, grind them into powder, remove the skin, and take the powder to apply to the face, which can remove facial spots and so on, making the face smooth and fair, achieving a beauty effect.

The four o'clock flower has strong vitality and can be propagated by sowing, with a high survival rate when planted. The above is a care guide for the four o'clock flower; friends who want to plant it can refer to it.