Passion Fruit Cutting Propagation Methods and Techniques Explained in Detail
Passion fruit, also known as egg fruit, is a fruit with very high nutritional value. The passion fruit fruit can not only be eaten raw as a fruit, but can also be used as a vegetable. At present, the planting area of passion fruit in our country is very extensive. When growing passion fruit, the most important thing is how to propagate it. One propagation method for passion fruit is cutting propagation, so today I have brought you the cutting methods for passion fruit. Let's take a look together!
1. Soil selection
As the main absorption point for passion fruit's nutrient source, soil has a great relationship with the success rate of passion fruit cuttings. Only a good soil environment can allow passion fruit cuttings to grow normally, so before cutting we must first choose a soil with strong permeability and rich humus as the cutting substrate. If conditions permit, river sand can be chosen, because river sand has strong permeability, also has good water retention capacity, and can reduce the number of pathogens. It is very beneficial for passion fruit cutting and can also greatly improve the survival rate of cuttings.
2. Selection of cuttings
The cuttings used for passion fruit propagation must be sufficiently thick and strong, have strong growth ability, and be free of pests and diseases, so that the survival rate can be effectively improved. First, the growth time of the cuttings should not be too long; it should be within one year, because branches of about one year have strong growth ability, a not-low rooting rate, and a diameter very suitable for use as cuttings. As long as the soil nutrients are sufficient and the surrounding environment is suitable, their survival can reach nearly 100 percent. However, when cutting the cuttings, pay attention to the force used, keep the cut smooth, promote healing, and prevent pathogen infection.
3. Cutting at the right time
Before cutting, cut the branches into small sections, keeping about three bud eyes on each section. Cut the cutting part into a slanted opening to increase the contact area with the soil and facilitate nutrient absorption. When cutting, pay attention to keeping the leaf buds facing upward, then apply an appropriate amount of rooting agent to improve the rooting rate of the cuttings. The cutting time should be in spring, because the temperature and weather in spring are very suitable for the growth of cuttings, while other seasons will affect the survival rate to some extent. After cutting, water must be controlled well to prevent excessive water from causing root rot and leading to cutting failure.
4. Management after cutting
After successful cutting, the temperature must be controlled well to avoid excessively high temperatures affecting rooting of the cuttings. A certain degree of shade must also be maintained to prevent direct sunlight from causing rooting failure of the cuttings. However, after the cuttings have successfully rooted, they need to be provided with a certain amount of light time, then watered once to keep the soil moist enough to meet the nutrients needed for seedling growth. We can properly cover the soil with film to improve the soil's heat preservation and moisture retention capacity. Then manage them according to the management methods for seedlings.
The above is a brief introduction to passion fruit cutting propagation methods. There are many propagation methods for passion fruit, and the main thing is still to choose reasonably according to the actual situation. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. Thank you all for reading and supporting.