How to propagate a dracaena

Dracaena can be propagated in three ways. The first is to seed reproduction, the second – cuttings of the stems, while the third used the cuttings from the upper parts of the plant. Note that the first method is to multiply only the green form of dracaena. But pestrolistye their sisters reproduce exclusively vegetatively. The best time for propagation of dracaena in the spring, but at other times too you can try to propagate the plant. Consider all three methods in more detail.

Instruction

For seed propagation of dracaena first you need to prepare the seeds. Soak in the stimulating solution to a temperature of about 30 ° C in the day. Then sowing into the ground. Prepared soil mixtures designed specifically for the palm plants are preferred. More convenient for planting to take disposable cups. Pour the soil after sowing, cover the Cup with plastic and place in a warm place.

Seeds will germinate in about 4-8 weeks. Keep the hatched shoots from direct sunlight and avoid extremes of drying out or waterlogged soil. Follow up care for the sprouts is reduced to feeding once a month, and transplant the plants when they reach the height of 4-5 cm.

Cuttings. For propagation by cuttings, select young strong stem, cut it into several sections, 3-5 cm in length with a sharp knife or razor. Make it so that for each of the segments of the stem was at least two eyes. On the one hand incise the bark on each stem and insert them into the prepared soil for young plants. Protect plants from direct sunlight, placing them in a warm place. Watch out for humidity. The first shoots will appear after 1.5-2 months. Often spray water to spray the leaves of young plants – they love it.

To propagate a dracaena third way, take a tip from the plants or the top cut from the parent plant. In its place, the new shoots will not be slow to appear. Put the cut tops in a glass or jar with water and mix in there a little bit of charcoal. After about three months, planted in the ground of the tops, when they will root.

Note

Dracaena (Dracaena). Family — agemovie. Reproduction. Dracaena at home well propagated by grafting. To top of stem is cut and stick above-described zemlesmes. Rooted dracaena under the hood or a package, it requires regular watering, airing and spraying.

Useful advice

Dracaena. Family drazenovich . Motherland - the tropical regions of Africa and Asia, Canary Islands . Dracaena - the representatives of the agave family , whose name comes from the Greek word drakania - a female dragon . Propagation : dracaena multiply apical cuttings ( using IAA and soil heating ) , pieces of barrel , length around 8 cm , layers .

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