How to propagate Oriental lilies? Among four methods, sowing has a high survival rate

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As a beautiful flower, Oriental lily is something everyone has probably heard of. It is the queen among lilies, with a rich variety of flower colors, and is deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. In daily life, many people grow Oriental lilies, which also leads to them being propagated in large numbers. So how do you propagate Oriental lilies?

I. How to propagate Oriental lilies: sexual/asexual

As a flower with excellent ornamental value, the Oriental lily sells in large volumes on the international flower market, so vigorous propagation of it is imperative. As for how to propagate Oriental lilies, as far as the editor knows, it can be divided into 2 major categories: sexual (seed propagation) and asexual (bulb division propagation, scale cuttings, and tissue culture). For the specific steps, let us continue reading below.

II. Four propagation methods for Oriental lilies

(1) Seed propagation of Oriental lilies

After Oriental lilies bloom, seeds are left behind, and if there are seeds, they can be propagated by sowing, so one of the propagation methods for Oriental lilies is sowing. It belongs to sexual reproduction and is mainly used in breeding. It is worth mentioning that the survival rate of Oriental lily seed propagation is high, but everyone should note that Oriental lilies grown from seed need more than 3 years to bloom, so this method is not suitable for use at home. The specific steps are as follows:

① Time: In summer, after Oriental lilies bloom and set fruit, harvest the seeds and store them until sowing in the following spring or autumn.

② Method: Sow in spring/autumn, cover with 0.5-1 cm of soil after sowing, and germination will occur in about 20—30 days. After that, provide appropriate shade during the seedling stage. After autumn arrives, the Oriental lily seeds in the soil have formed small bulbs, and at this point they can be dug out and planted separately.

(2) Bulb division propagation of Oriental lilies

① Time: A type of asexual propagation of Oriental lilies, it is generally carried out in autumn and acted upon in the following spring.

② Method: Many new scales will grow on the underground bulbs of Oriental lilies or on the stem nodes near the ground. In September-October, separate the small bulbs and store them in sand indoors to overwinter. In the following spring, take out the small bulbs and plant them in pots, then cultivate them according to Oriental lily growing methods. In September-October of the 3rd year, the Oriental lilies will have grown into large plants.

(3) Scale cuttings of Oriental lilies

① Time: One of the propagation methods for Oriental lilies, it belongs to asexual propagation and is generally carried out in autumn.

② Method: In autumn, dig out the bulbs of Oriental lilies and take well-grown, healthy scales as cuttings. Then insert the scales into a flowerpot filled with river sand (base facing downward), with the insertion depth such that the tip is slightly exposed. After 2—4 months, most scales can take root and produce leaves, growing small bulbs, and at this point they can be transplanted into pots or planted in open ground.

(4) Tissue culture of Oriental lilies

In addition to the above methods, Oriental lilies can also be propagated by tissue culture. Method: Use different parts of the Oriental lily, such as filaments, styles, ovaries, and axillary buds at the base of scales, to culture test-tube plantlets, then transplant them into a seedbed for care and growth, to supply production bulbs. This method has relatively high requirements, and ordinary flower enthusiasts need not consider it.

How to propagate Easter lilies: propagation methods for Easter lilies / sowing / bulb division / scales

Easter lily is a flower plant with very high ornamental value, and many people grow it in various regions of China. As more and more people grow it in various places, questions about its propagation have also attracted people's attention. How do you propagate Easter lilies? What are the propagation methods for Easter lilies? Below, the editor will take everyone to learn about it.

I. How to propagate Easter lilies: sowing / bulb division / scales

When it comes to how to propagate Easter lilies, it can actually mainly be divided into seed propagation, bulb division propagation, and scale propagation. Among them, seed propagation is a relatively commonly used method, but although the other two are used by relatively fewer people, as long as they are operated properly, the survival rate is equally high. Below are detailed explanations of three propagation methods. Let us take a look.

II. Propagation methods for Easter lilies

1. Substrate selection: good drainage

First, no matter which propagation method we use, we first need to choose a substrate. Generally, it is best to choose loose, fertile, slightly acidic humus soil as the substrate. This kind of soil has good drainage and is rich in nutrients, allowing the plant to grow more robustly. It is best not to choose calcareous or alkaline soil, as it will grow poorly in such soil.

2. Substrate disinfection: sun exposure or pan-frying

After choosing the substrate for Easter lilies, we also need to disinfect it to avoid pests and diseases in it infecting the plant. When disinfecting, we can break it up and spread it flat in the sun for exposure, or put it in a pot and turn on high heat to stir-fry it, so that even if there are pests and diseases in it, they will be killed by the high temperature.

Seed propagation

Seed pregermination: After disinfecting the substrate, we also need to pregerminate the seeds. We can soak the Easter lily seeds in warm water for 12-24 hours, and when the seeds begin to absorb water and swell, take them out and sow them. This allows the seeds to germinate more quickly.

Sowing method: Before propagating Easter lilies by sowing, we first need to apply an appropriate amount of base fertilizer in the potting soil, then evenly scatter the seeds on the soil surface. After scattering, cover with 1-2 cm of soil and then water. When watering, it is best not to water directly with a watering can, because Easter lily seeds are relatively small and are easily washed away this way. When watering, we can place the flowerpot in water and let the water slowly soak upward.

Bulb division propagation

During the growth process of Easter lily bulbs, new bulbs will gradually form on the stem axis. Generally, after one year of cultivation, each bulb can divide off 1-3 or more small bulbs. We can harvest the small bulbs in autumn and store them in sand until the following spring for planting, or plant them in deep soil in the same autumn.

Scale propagation

When propagating Easter lilies by scales, we first need to dry mature and robust bulbs in the shade, peel off the scales from the base, and then carry out cuttings in April. The insertion depth should be such that the tip is slightly exposed. Generally, after spring cuttings, after 2-4 months, most scales will take root and produce leaves and grow small bulbs at the base of the scales. At this point, they can be transplanted. Propagation by scales until flowering generally requires 3-4 years of cultivation.

How to propagate tiger lilies: propagation methods for tiger lilies / mainly seed propagation

Tiger lily is a flower plant with very high ornamental value, and it can be seen in many regions of China. As more people grow it in various places, questions about its propagation have also attracted people's attention. How do you propagate tiger lilies? What are the propagation methods for tiger lilies? Below, the editor will take everyone to learn about it.

I. How to propagate tiger lilies: sowing / cuttings / division / bulbs

When it comes to how to propagate tiger lilies, it can actually mainly be divided into four methods: seed propagation, scale cuttings, division propagation, and bulb propagation. As long as they are operated properly, the survival rates of all four methods are very high. The specific details are introduced in detail below. Friends who are interested can take a look.

II. Propagation methods for tiger lilies

1. Seed propagation

Seed propagation of tiger lilies is generally carried out every spring. When sowing, we first need to apply an appropriate amount of base fertilizer in the substrate, then evenly scatter the seeds on the soil surface, and afterward cover with 1-2 cm of substrate before watering. When watering, we can use the immersion method, because tiger lily seeds are relatively small and are easily washed away if watered directly.

2. Cutting propagation

Cutting propagation can also be called the scale cutting method. In autumn, we dig out the bulbs of tiger lilies, then peel off the thick scales one by one. The base of the peeled scales should carry a small part of the stem plate. After that, we can use the cutting method and insert the scales about two-thirds into the substrate, then keep the substrate somewhat moist. Generally, in about a month and a half, they will take root.

3. Division propagation

Among the propagation methods for tiger lilies, division propagation is a relatively rarely used method and is only suitable for a small number of types, but as long as it is operated properly, the survival rate is equally very high. This method involves taking the small bulbs formed in the leaf axils of the aboveground stems and cultivating them. From growing into large bulbs to flowering usually requires 2-4 years.

4. Bulb propagation

Bulb propagation is a propagation method relatively suitable for potted tiger lilies. Usually, some small bulbs grow on the outer periphery of the stem plate of the old bulb. We can separate these small bulbs in autumn, store them in sand indoors to overwinter, and plant them in the following spring. Generally, in about 2-3 years, they can grow into large bulbs and be cultivated into large plants.

5. Follow-up management

After successful propagation according to the above methods, we need to carry out routine care for tiger lilies. During care, we need to pay attention to regular application of water and fertilizer, and attention to light management, etc. For specific details, everyone can refer to the article on tiger lily growing methods, which has detailed teaching. The editor will not introduce them one by one here.