How to cut an olive tree in a simple way: an easy technique

How to cut an olive tree in a simple way: an easy technique

The olive tree is appreciated for its persistent foliage and delicious fruits. If you want to spread an olive tree to plant a new one, cutting is a simple and effective method to try. Here is a step-by-step technique for cutting an olive tree successfully.

Materials required:

• A sharp knife
• Nursery pots
• A cutting ground
• Buttering hormone (optional)
• An olive tree for cutting

Stages of olive cutting:

1. Choose a healthy and vigorous branch of olive tree that you want to cutting. Ideally, the cutting should be about 15 to 20 centimetres long.

2. With the sharp knife, cut the cutting under a knot or leaf. Make sure the cut is clean and clean.

3. Gently remove the leaves from the bottom of the cutting to leave only a few leaves at the top. This will allow the cutting to concentrate its energy on rooting.

4. If desired, soak the lower end of the cutting in cutting hormone to promote root development.

5. Fill the nursery pots with the cutting soil and moisten it slightly.

6. Plant the cutting in the soil ensuring that the lower half of the stem is buried.

7. Place the pots in a bright place but away from the direct sun. Keep the soil moist but not wet by spraying water regularly.

8. After a few weeks, check if roots are formed by slightly pulling the cutting. If you feel resistance, it is the sign that roots develop.

9. Once the roots are sufficiently developed, transplant the cutting into a larger pot or into the open ground if conditions permit.

Useful tips:

• The cutting of olive trees is ideally done in spring when the plant is growing.
• Choose a light and well drained cutting soil to promote root development.
• Make sure to maintain a constant humidity around the cutting, but avoid excess water that could cause rot.
• It is recommended to protect cuttings from extreme temperatures and strong winds.

By following these simple steps and taking care of the cutting, you can successfully cut an olive tree and get a new plant to decorate your garden or outdoor space.