This method of rose cuttings is quite simple but highly effective, especially suitable for those who want to propagate at home without using chemical root stimulants. All the ingredients are easy to find and, if used properly, they will become a very good source of nutrition to help the flower branches quickly root and sprout strongly.
1. Rose Cutting Propagation: Select and Prepare the Cutting
Choose a healthy rose branch that is free of pests and diseases. The cuttings should be of moderate age, with a slightly green or light brown outer shell being best. After selecting a branch that meets the requirements, cut off all the leaves on the stem to limit the loss of water vapor, causing the branch to lose strength.
If there are still flowers or wilted petals left, they should also be completely removed to avoid affecting the development of the base. Cut the flower branches short, keeping only about 15-20 cm in length. This length helps the branches to easily absorb nutrients when soaked and is also convenient to insert into the substrate without falling over.
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2. Rose Cutting Propagation: Make the Nutrient Solution
Onion base
Prepare 30 grams of onion, cut into small pieces, and put in a clean plastic cup. Onions contain many compounds with strong antibacterial properties, helping to disinfect cuts on flower branches and limit root rot. Add 500 ml of clean water and stir well.
Soak the rose branches in the onion solution for about 15 minutes so that the nutrients can penetrate the cells.
Potato boost
Prepare 20 grams of potatoes, cut into thin slices or small dice. Potatoes contain a lot of starch and natural sugars that help provide energy for the flower branches, thereby supporting the formation of new roots. Add the potatoes to the onion solution and stir well again.
Leave for another 15 minutes for the nutrients to blend completely. When the soaking time is enough, take the rose branch out and set it aside. Stir the remaining solution well and filter out the residue, keeping only the clear juice.
Cola and dilution
Add 100 ml of coca cola to the resulting solution. Coca cola contains sugar and some organic acids that help stimulate faster root growth. To ensure the mixture is not too thick, dilute it with clean water to make 1 liter of liquid solution.
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3. Rose Cutting Propagation: Plant in Sand and Create Humidity
Take a clean plastic cup and treated river sand (washed and dried). Fill the cup with sand, then sprinkle the mixed solution in enough quantity so that the sand has even moisture but is not soggy. Place the rose branch in the middle of the cup and press lightly so that the base is deeply immersed in the sand layer, helping the branch stand firmly.
To maintain stable humidity, use a plastic bag or transparent plastic cup to cover the entire mouth of the cup to create an environment like a miniature greenhouse.
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4. Rose Cutting Propagation: Placement and Early Care
Place the cup in a cool place, away from strong winds and direct sunlight. If you follow the steps correctly, after only about 10 days you will see fresh green shoots emerging from the dormant buds on the stem. When gently lifting the branch, you will see a lot of white roots growing out, plump and healthy, distributed around the base.
5. Rose Cutting Propagation: Potting Up
At this point, the flower branch can be transferred to a separate pot. You should use a well-drained substrate, preferably made from processed coconut fiber, mixed with a little compost or loose soil to create a favorable growing environment.
Final Thoughts
Above is the entire process of cutting roses using a mixture of onions – potatoes combined with coca. This method is not only simple but also very safe, suitable for everyone, including those who are new to flower care. Wish you success and soon own many new rose plants in your garden.