Even under the best conditions, only about a third of the cuttings taken root. So the success rate is quite low. But don't let that put you off. This is kind of a try Multiplication always worth it and much faster than that sowing, because the ginkgo has a long germination time and grows only slowly.
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Where can I get suitable cuttings from?
Preferably cut Your cuttings from a healthy and well-grown ginkgo. Take shoots that are just beginning to lignify, that is, they are no longer very soft but not really hard either. Soft, too young shoots rot easily while hard woody cuttings take root very poorly. The chance of finding suitable shoots is greatest in June or July.
The cultivation in brief:
- It is best to cut cuttings just before lignification
- approx. 20 to 30 cm long
- just under a knot
- Cut off the soft shoot tip
- remove lower leaves
- Shoot in Rooting powder dive
- in damp Growing substrate(€ 12.99 at Amazon *) put
- place warm and light
- keep constantly moist
How do I care for a small ginkgo?
Before your cutting becomes a little ginkgo, it needs some care and attention care. With rooting powder, you can make it a little easier for him to form strong roots. Nevertheless, it absolutely needs light, warmth and constant moisture in order to thrive.
However, your cutting must not be exposed to the blazing sun, as it could burn. The first new leaves are growing on hers ginkgo, then you can assume that the rooting was successful. The ginkgo is not in the first winter either hardy, it only becomes that in the course of time.
Tips
It is essential to protect the sensitive cuttings from rot and mold. They also need uniform warmth and moisture to root.
