Have you ever wondered why the same rose branch roots well for some people and fails for others? I use a special recipe that can turn a seemingly barren rose branch into a young, vibrant plant.
For another simple approach, see rose secret.
1. Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Prepare the Solution
Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Coffee Base
Add 1 teaspoon of coffee to a clean glass jar. Pour in 0.5 liters of boiling water, cover tightly, and let it cool for about 1 hour.
When the coffee solution has cooled, filter out the residue, keeping only the clear water. Coffee powder contains many organic compounds, especially caffeine, organic acids, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. These substances help stimulate plant cells to work more strongly, promoting the formation of new roots.
Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Lemon Boost
Prepare a fresh lemon, cut into thin slices, and put the slices directly into the coffee solution. Lemon is rich in citric acid and vitamin C, which helps to disinfect and prevent fungal diseases. It also increases the mild acidity of the solution, creating a favorable environment for young roots to form.
Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Cucumber Peel
Wash a cucumber, peel it, then cut the skin very small. Cucumber peel is rich in silicon, potassium, and antioxidants. These substances have a cooling effect, hydrate, and increase the flexibility of new root tissue.
In particular, silicon in the cucumber peel also helps the plant resist pests and harsh weather better. Put the chopped cucumber peel into the coffee solution and stir well.
Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Pre-Soak the Cutting
Stir the solution and soak the rose branch for about 30 minutes. This is the stage when the branch absorbs nutrients directly, like being injected with energy before being planted in the substrate. After soaking, take out the rose branch and set it aside.
2. Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Prepare the Cutting
While waiting for the solution to cool, prepare a favorite rose branch. Choose a branch that is moderately old, not too young or too dry and hard.
Cut it short to about 15 to 20 cm, and remove all leaves and thorns to avoid loss of nutrients. This step is extremely important, because if leaves and thorns are left, the branch will lose a lot of water and nutrients, causing the rooting process to slow down or fail. When cut neatly, the flower branch is like a pipe ready to absorb nutrients from the solution.
3. Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Planting and Setup
Stir the remaining solution again and filter out the residue to get clear water. Coffee has mild antibacterial properties, helping to reduce the risk of mold in the early stages.
Dilute the solution with 0.5 liters of clean water. Diluting helps the solution become balanced, avoiding a concentration that can burn the roots or damage the branch.
Prepare a clean plastic cup and fill it with treated coconut fiber, then compact it. Coconut fiber is an ideal substrate because it holds moisture yet stays airy, creating an environment for root development.
Pour the coffee – lemon – cucumber peel solution into the cup in a moderate amount, not too much. Insert the rose branch in the middle of the cup, making sure the base is surrounded by coconut fiber. Compact the surrounding area lightly to firmly fix the branch.
Use a plastic bag or transparent plastic cup to cover the mouth of the cup, creating a high humidity environment like a mini greenhouse. Place the cup in a cool place, away from strong winds and direct sunlight. This condition helps the branch not lose water and keeps the solution stable, supporting new root formation.
To boost rooting speed, see faster method.
4. Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Early Growth and Transplant
After about 10 days, you will see a change at the base of the rose branch. Fresh green shoots begin to sprout, and a system of plump, healthy white roots grows around the base.
At this point, gently plant the rose branch in a separate pot. Use a well-drained substrate such as river sand or a loose soil mixture, helping the plant take root and grow strongly.
For a different twist, check the surprising method.
Rose Propagation Using Coffee: Final Thoughts
With simple ingredients from your kitchen – coffee, lemon, and cucumber peel – you can create a solution that is both antibacterial and nutritious. It helps stimulate the rapid growth of rose roots and supports healthy early development.
If you want vibrant rose pots without spending a lot on root stimulants, try this recipe and enjoy the results.