Goyavier cutting technique: for fast growth and plenty of fruit

Goyavier cutting technique: for fast growth and plenty of fruit

The Goyavier is a tropical fruit tree very appreciated for its delicious fruit juicy and rich in vitamin C. For those who want to multiply their goyaviers quickly and efficiently, cutting is a simple and effective technique to implement.

What is cutting?

Cutting is a method of vegetative propagation which consists of taking a part of a plant (called cutting) to root and thus obtain a new individual genetically identical to the parent plant. This technique is widely used to propagate plant species with specific characteristics, as is the case for the goyavier.

Goyavier cutting stages:

• Preparation of tools: To make goyavier cuttings, use a well sharpened pruning machine, cutting pots filled with light and well draining substrate, and a cutting hormone to promote rooting.
• Choosing the cutting branches: Select healthy and vigorous branches of your goyavier to take cuttings about 15-20 cm in length. Prefer young twigs rather than old wood.
• Preparation of cuttings: Cut the cuttings under a knot and remove the leaves from the lower half of the stem. You can also slightly cut the lower part of the cutting to promote root emission.
• Planting of cuttings: Thread the cuttings in the cutting pots previously filled with substrate, ensuring that the bottom half of the cutting is buried in the soil. Lightly strain the substrate around the cutting to ensure good contact with the soil.
• Watering and Maintenance: Water the cuttings regularly to keep the substrate always slightly moist. Place the pots in a bright place but away from the direct sun. Within a few weeks, roots will form and your cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots.

Benefits of Goyavier cutting:

Goyavier cutting has many advantages for amateur gardeners:

• Rapidity of multiplication: The cutting allows new goyavier plants to be obtained in a relatively short time, allowing for a rapid increase in fruit production.
• Quality guarantee: By using the cutting technique, the plants obtained will be genetically identical to the parent plant, thus ensuring the preservation of the characteristics and qualities of the fruit.
• Financial Economy: Rather than buying new plants, cutting is an economical way to multiply your goyaviers and embellish your fruit garden.
• Adaptability: Goyavier plants obtained by cutting usually have good vigour and adapt easily to their environment to produce abundantly tasty fruit.

By following these simple steps and taking care of your goyavier cuttings, you can quickly get new vigorous and productive plants. Feel free to experiment with this vegetative propagation technique to enjoy rapid growth and plenty of fruit in your garden.