When to start applying fertilizer?
Cuttings are shoots that you take from any plant. Mostly it is the tip of the shoot, which accordingly has no roots of its own. An early fertilization would therefore be in vain, since the young cuttings are not yet able to absorb nutrients from the soil. The first application of fertilizer should only take place after acclimatization. This is the time when you repot the cuttings for the first time in order to slowly get used to the later site conditions. An illustrative example is rearing in a water glass. As soon as the first roots have formed, plant the cuttings in Potting soil around. From this point on, the first fertilization can be carried out.
When this point in time is reached depends entirely on the variety of plants that you are propagating with the cuttings. Each species has a different germination time. External factors also play a role.
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Note: Be sure to choose nutrient-poor substrate to pot your young cuttings. Sharp soil, which is already enriched with fertilizer, harms the tender roots. Caution is especially important with conventional ones Potting soil bid from the hardware store. Often these products do not meet the requirements of young shoots. It is better to spend a little more money on high-quality potting soil.
Which fertilizer is suitable?
The first fertilization is best done with a complete nutrient fertilizer. As soon as the roots are strong enough to absorb nutrients, this supplies the tender young plants with everything they need for healthy growth. When buying, make sure that the quality is good here too.
