Cut and prepare offshoots - this is how it works
Early summer is the best time to breed a tree friend. It is primarily the climbing Philodendron species that are suitable for the cutting method. Cut off one or more shoot tips with a length of 10 to 15 cm. Remove any leaves that may come into contact with the substrate later. At least one leaf per cutting should remain at the tip.
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Potting and caring for the cuttings - this is what you should pay attention to
Prepare for your the offshoots Growing pots(€ 16.68 at Amazon *) with bottom holes in front that you fill with a mix of coconut fiber and Lava granules.(€ 14.00 at Amazon *) Please place a large-leaved philodendron cutting one at a time in the pot. Small-leaved cuttings can be potted with several specimens to save space. How to proceed:
- Moisten the substrate with lime-free water
- Half to two thirds of a cutting into the Potting soil set
- Use several wooden sticks as spacers and put a plastic bag over them
In a bright, not full sun location with normal room temperatures, the rooting progresses quickly. Ventilate the hood daily and moisten the soil without causing waterlogging. If a fresh leaf develops after 4 weeks, the plastic bag has done its job and can be removed. From this point fertilize Apply half the concentration of liquid fertilizer to the offshoots at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks.
After an average of 6 months, a Baumfreund cuttings are mature enough to be repotted. The small-leaved cuttings are not separated, but take their place together in the nutrient-rich, acidic potting soil. From now on you care for your pupils like adult philodendrons.
Tips
The rare, non-climbing ones species, like Philodendron bipinnatifidum, are to be propagated with seeds. Unless your tree friend is blooming and fruiting, you can get certified seeds from specialist dealers. You put the white seeds 1 cm deep in coconut fiber substrate and maintain them at 23 to 25 degrees Celsius in the partially shaded location. Under ideal conditions, the germination time is between 2 and 6 weeks.
