About the propagation of hydrangeas in summer and the knowledge of hydrangea cutting methods and plant care, let's learn about them together below.
Hydrangeas are very resilient, not fearing the hot summer or the cold winter. If well cared for, they bloom quite a lot. Hydrangeas are easy to propagate, with a high survival rate for cuttings, almost as easy as roses.
In summer, what should you do if the leaves of the propagated hydrangeas wilt? The reason the leaves of the propagated hydrangeas wilt and dry is due to high temperatures and dry weather. If propagated now, the leaves tend to dry out, which is normal. After a couple of days of propagation, the leaves on the branches will become soft and droop. However, if the leaves were a bit wilted in the first few days but then roots developed, the leaves will quickly regain vitality, turning green and plump. If you want to avoid the leaves of the propagated hydrangeas from becoming soft, you can also choose to propagate in the slightly cooler spring or autumn, which is also easy to survive as long as the temperature does not exceed 30 degrees Celsius, propagation can be done at any time.
To achieve a high survival rate for propagation, pay attention to these three points
First, the selection of cuttings
The cuttings should be semi-woody or young branches. Older branches are difficult to survive, and it's best to have buds. Also, for flowering branches that have finished blooming, cut off the remaining flowers, and about 10-15 centimeters below the spent flowers can be cut off, leaving two or three leaves, and then directly propagated, which is very easy to survive.
Second, management after propagation
The depth of propagation should be about one-third. Do not propagate too shallow or too deep. After propagation, do not expose to direct sunlight and place in a shaded area, away from direct light, and ensure good ventilation. Water when the potting soil is dry. Any soil can be used for propagation, provided it is loose.
Hydrangeas propagation in summer
Third, shading after propagation
Do not move the branches randomly. Do not think about whether they have developed roots or not, and do not try to dig them up to check. Just leave them be. As long as the drooping leaves gradually become upright and regain vitality, it means that they have started to develop roots and will soon grow new, light green leaves.
We can reduce the number of leaves on the cutting branches by cutting off half of the leaves, leaving half. Too many leaves can affect growth and root development after propagation. Generally, the leaves will be wilted for the first few days, but after a while, about one or two weeks, the leaves will gradually become firm, indicating that root growth has started.
When growing hydrangeas normally
Pay attention to providing ample sunlight and do not place potted hydrangeas in unventilated areas with poor lighting indoors. After flowering, promptly cut off the spent flowers, but do not cut too much. Unlike roses, which can quickly sprout new buds even if most of the branches are cut, cutting off branches of hydrangeas can affect the blooming of flower buds and the next flowering. Fertilize more, as the richer the potting soil, the more and prettier the flowers. Take advantage of the high temperatures to propagate hydrangeas, master three techniques, and in two weeks, you'll have roots and a sea of flowers!
The above is a comprehensive explanation of how to propagate hydrangeas in summer and the methods for hydrangea cutting and care. I hope it can serve as a starting point to solve your green plant problems.