There are several propagation methods for chrysanthemums, commonly used are cutting and division.
The plant experience brought to you today is about chrysanthemums, which belong to the Compositae family. There are several propagation methods for chrysanthemums, such as cutting, division, grafting, layering, tissue culture, and seed sowing. However, for most hobbyists, the main methods are cutting and division, and cutting can be further divided into bud cutting, softwood cutting, and leafy bud cutting.
The main methods for propagating chrysanthemums at home are foot bud division and shoot cutting.
When propagating chrysanthemums, it is important to choose the right branches (preferably those that are healthy and disease-free). This will make the planting process much easier in the future. Old, weak, and diseased branches are not suitable for propagation. Usually, if these branches are forcefully propagated, they will show insufficient growth later on.
Of course, hobbyists are also concerned about the best time for propagating chrysanthemums. Generally, division is best done in the following spring, for example, in areas north of the Yangtze River, the temperature will stabilize in mid-to-late March, so division during this period is appropriate. Cuttings, on the other hand, are more flexible and can be done based on the expected blooming time, usually from May to June.
Shoot cutting involves using the green, solid tip shoots. Not all shoots are suitable, such as those that are too thin, too thick and hollow, or too old with white cores. The mnemonic is: "Choose green and solid for cuttings."
Of course, the old stems of chrysanthemums can also be cut for propagation. Take a branch from the lively leaves on the stem that has bloomed. Leave two leaves at the top and cut it with garden soil in a pot, water it thoroughly. Cover the pot with a plastic bag, and by the next spring, fresh buds will sprout.
Then, cuttings are made from June to July, placed in the shade, and after rooting (7-15 days), they are placed in a sunny area. During the breeding process, spray with multi-effect唑, and in October, pay attention to thinning the buds of large chrysanthemums. By autumn, you will see satisfactory chrysanthemums.
The above[] introduces several propagation methods for chrysanthemums, commonly used cutting and division, hoping to be helpful to you!