Which flowers are good to propagate by cuttings in spring? Three beautiful flowers recommended
Spring is the season when all things revive and are full of vitality, and it is also a good time to propagate plants by cuttings. There are three beautiful plants - Marguerite daisy, Christmas cactus, and kalanchoe - if you take cuttings in spring, by 2February they may well have grown to fill a pot, adding boundless beauty to your home.
Marguerite daisy:Its flowers are small and delicate, with layer upon layer of petals forming one exquisite flower ball after another. White marguerite daisies are pure as snow, pink ones are like a young girl's shy face, and yellow ones are like the warm sunshine of a spring day.
Propagating marguerite daisy by cuttings is very simple. Select healthy branches, about 5 - 10 cm long. Remove the leaves from the lower part of the branch and keep a few tender leaves at the top; this can reduce water evaporation. Prepare a loose, breathable cutting medium, such as vermiculite or a mixture of perlite and peat soil. Insert the prepared branch into the medium, water it thoroughly, and then place it in a spot with scattered light. Marguerite daisy likes a humid environment, so be careful to keep the medium moist, but do not let it become waterlogged, so as to avoid the branch rotting. At a suitable temperature, it will quickly take root and sprout, and will soon grow into a full plant.
Christmas cactus:Its leaves have a unique shape, segment by segment, just like a crab's claws, hence the name. The flowers of the Christmas cactus are brightly colored, with many colors such as pink, red, and white. When it blooms, the flowers hang from the tips of the leaves, like little upside-down lanterns, very festive.
To propagate Christmas cactus by cuttings, select 2 - 3 segments of leaves from a robustly growing plant as cuttings. Place the cuttings in a cool place to let the wounds dry; this step is crucial and can prevent wound infection. The soil used for cuttings can be loose leaf mold. Insert the cuttings into the soil, not too deep, about 1 - 2 cm is enough. Afterward, keep the soil slightly moist and place it in a well-ventilated spot with bright scattered light. After rooting, the Christmas cactus will grow quickly, and new leaves will keep growing.
Kalanchoe:This is a plant with an auspicious meaning. Its flowers cluster together, with brilliant and colorful hues. There are single-petaled varieties, simple and fresh; there are also double-petaled varieties, as gorgeous as peonies.
To propagate kalanchoe by cuttings, you can choose branches with 3 - 4 pairs of leaves. Cut the bottom of the branch into a slanted opening; this can increase the contact area with the soil and help rooting. The cutting medium can be ordinary nutrient soil. After inserting the branch into the medium, gently press the surrounding soil. Water an appropriate amount to keep the soil moist. After kalanchoe cuttings are taken, do not let them receive direct strong light; appropriate scattered light and a suitable temperature are enough for them to grow vigorously.
These three plants, if propagated by cuttings in spring, this season full of hope, will respond to your expectations with vigorous vitality. By 2February, when they have grown to fill their pots, the blooming flowers and lush branches and leaves will let you feel a full sense of accomplishment, and will also bring the breath of nature and colorful hues to your living space. Whether placed on a balcony, windowsill, or in the living room, they will all become the most beautiful scenery.