Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus Tutorial
This article introduces: Relevant experience with Phyllostachys, a tutorial on Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus, let's take a look together!
Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus is not a new thing, and there are many choices for rootstocks, such as cacti, cactus balls, Phyllostachys, etc. This article is a tutorial on Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus, mainly providing two grafting methods for plant enthusiasts: the潜伏嫁接 method (contact grafting) and the split grafting method. Enthusiasts can choose the one that suits them according to their preferences.
The best time for grafting is in spring, and it can also be done when the weather in autumn is no longer hot. Survival rates are low in summer and winter.
Benefits of Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus:
(1) Grafting can be repeated. If the grafting fails, you can start over because the failed grafting point will recover quickly (which means you can re-graft at your original grafting point). It's not as easy to do this with cacti.
(2) The growth is rapid. Since Phyllostachys does not hibernate in summer, it can be watered and fertilized normally, whereas with cacti, watering needs to be done carefully. One moment of negligence can cause root rot, but with Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus, this can be avoided.
ps: Because Phyllostachys grows vigorously, the grafted Disocactus can quickly take shape. Under normal management, it can form a complete and beautiful crown shape within three years. After grafting, place it in a shaded and ventilated area, keeping the soil moist to increase the survival rate of the graft. Normally, if the scion is not withered after 25 days, it indicates that the scion has survived.
Let's take a specific look at the two grafting methods:
I. Latent Grafting Method (Contact Grafting)
1. Rootstock (Phyllostachys) preparation: Make a cut on the rootstock's spine, cutting into the pith (important, refer to the figure below, both states are fine). Some enthusiasts have upgraded this method by leaving a base, which has the advantage of supporting the Disocactus.
2. Scion (Disocactus) preparation: Make an oblique cut to expose the vascular bundle, and it must be done with a sharp knife.
3. Fixation: Align the cut surfaces of the rootstock and scion and secure them with a clip. It's that simple!
II. Split Grafting Method
1. Rootstock (Phyllostachys) preparation: Trim as needed, then cut the rootstock open to a depth of about 1 centimeter.
2. Scion (Disocactus) preparation: Use the top 2-3 stem segments of a thick-leaved Disocactus plant as the scion. During grafting, first use a disinfected blade to cut off 1/4-1/3 of the lower part of the scion, exposing the white woody tissue, making it楔-shaped. It's best to cut it in one go without repeating the cut.
ps: Refer to the scion preparation method in the above latent grafting method.
3. Insert the scion into the cut of the rootstock and secure it. Fixation can be done with clips or grafting tape, etc.
The method of grafting is not fixed; enthusiasts can make flexible changes based on their conditions.
The above is the full content of the Phyllostachys嫁接Disocactus tutorial (two methods), hoping it can help you and also hoping everyone will come to see more green plant and flower experience and common sense!