Successful experience: the spread of bougainvilliers in water!
Bougainvilliers are famous plants for their beautiful bright colours and aesthetic appearance. If you want to spread your bougainvillea in a simple and effective way, the method of spreading in water can be a successful solution.
- Choosing cuttings: To start this experiment, choose healthy and strong bougainvillea cuttings. It is recommended that cuttings be taken about 15 to 20 centimetres long.
- Preparation of cuttings: Remove the leaves from the bottom of the cuttings to promote root development. Make sure the cuttings have no evidence of illness or damage.
- Propagation in water: Fill a clean water container and place bougainvillea cuttings inside. Ensure that only the lower ends of the cuttings are immersed in water.
- Regular water change: To ensure good spread, it is essential to change the water of the container regularly (about every 2-3 days) in order to avoid the development of bacteria and ensure good oxygenation at cuttings.
- Placement of cuttings: Place the container containing the cuttings in a bright place but without direct exposure to the sun. Constant ambient temperature is ideal for root growth.
- Observation and patience: It is important to regularly monitor the development of cuttings. Within a few weeks, you should begin to observe the formation of white roots at the base of the cuttings, a sign that the spread is ongoing.
By following these steps carefully, you will be able to successfully propagate your bougainvillea cuttings in water. Once the roots are sufficiently developed, you can transplant your cuttings into suitable soil to allow them to continue growing.
Don’t forget that patience and regularity are essential keys to success in this experience of spreading bougainvillea in water. Enjoy this pleasant and rewarding process, and soon you can admire new flowering plants in your garden or home.