Geranium (or Pelargonium) can easily reproduce in spring and autumn by cuttings. The most beautiful thing when reproducing a plant by cuttings is that the characteristics of the mother plant are preserved, and with the new plants you will have many flowers.
Steps
Step 1. Choose the best time
Early spring or late summer are the best times, but any time in spring, summer, or early fall you will be able to get some good cuttings. Cuttings planted in the spring will give you flowers in the summer, while those planted later will give you large plants that will bloom the following summer.
Step 2. Choose a healthy plant
Choose new sturdy, healthy branches that don't have buds (you can also use sprigs with flowers if you don't have any, but they're not the best choice).
Step 3. Take the cuttings
With a sharp and clean knife, cut a sprig of about 7.5-10cm. If the plant is a miniature the length of the branch should be half the length. Cut just below a knot.
Step 4. Cut the twig just below the knot
Remove the leaves at the bottom and any bracts and leave at least two leaves at the top.
Step 5. Decide if you want to help the cutting
Geranium does not need rooting hormone, which could actually be harmful.
Step 6. Prepare the jars
Fill each pot with grass clippings or peat-based seed compost. If you can't find them, make a mixture of equal parts of peat and sand.
Pot Sizes: Use approximately 7.5cm pots for single cuttings, or 12.5cm pots for up to five cuttings
Step 7. Make holes in the dirt with your finger or pencil
For good drainage it is best to get them close to the edge.
Step 8. Gently plant the cuttings
Step 9. Wet to make sure the compost is moist
Watering should be light and not cover the cuttings to prevent mold from forming.
Step 10. Place the pots in a warm location
Cuttings need warmth for rooting - a sunny window sill will do, but protect the cuttings from direct light.
Step 11. Wet lightly as roots develop, especially when the cuttings appear to sag
However, the soil should stay dry enough. Try to avoid getting the cuttings wet. Some varieties will take root in three days, while others will take longer. The cutting will start growing once roots form.
- If you have planted several cuttings in a pot, once they have formed the roots, transfer each one to its own pot.
- Rooting should take place a week to a month after cutting the cuttings.
