Today, conifers are increasingly used in gardening and landscaping. They are unassuming and retain their green color all year round, which makes them attractive for garden decoration. The main disadvantage is the cost of thuja, since this tree is an expensive species. Prices for them vary from several hundred to several thousand rubles, depending on the size and age of the plant. In this sense, growing tuya yourself can be an excellent solution, and if the business is successfully developed, it can also become a source of income.
Many people do not know that your plant can be grown from an ordinary cutting. This method is quite simple and effective, as the plant takes root well and grows quickly. Today there are about five thousand varieties and varieties of thuja.
To grow thuja from cuttings, you need to follow certain rules. With the right approach, you can enjoy the beauty of this plant all year round.
The stem should be between five and eight centimeters long and have three side shoots. The bottom of the cutting is cleared of one centimeter of branches and the remaining branches are cut in half so that nutrients can be used for root formation.
Before planting, cuttings should be dried in the shade for two days. The soil for planting is prepared from a kilogram of peat, a kilogram of turf soil and two kilograms of sand. It should be light and water-permeable. Before planting, the cuttings are dipped in a solution of a growth stimulator, for example, Kornevin or Epin.
After planting, the cuttings are watered and greenhouse conditions are created by placing them in a warm place with a temperature of 20-25 degrees and covering with foil. Leave it for a week at a constant temperature and without additional care.
After a week of acclimatization, the cuttings are sprayed with water every other day in the morning, but not watered. Continue this care for a month or two.
Successful rooting of cuttings can be seen by the regrowth of cut branches and the appearance of fine light brown root threads. After that, the film begins to gradually withdraw, first for several hours and then over time. After the film has been completely removed, the cuttings can be transplanted to a permanent location.
Therefore, growing thuja from cuttings is a simple and effective method. Good luck in this endeavor!
