How to graft the glabra Bougainvillea with an explosion of colors
Bougainvillea glabra, also known as Bougainvillea without thorns, is an exotic plant with lush foliage and beautiful coloured flowers. To get an even more spectacular color explosion, you can consider grafting your glabra Bougainvillea. Here is a practical guide to help you succeed in this operation.
Equipment requirements:
- A sharp knife
- Gluing tape
- Selected plugins
- A healthy rootstock
- A secator
- A transparent plastic bag
- Quality substrate
Registry Steps:
1. Prepare your rootstock by choosing a healthy and vigorous stem from your glabra Bougainvillea.
2. Make an oblique incision under an eye to create a slot in the rootstock.
3. Remove a graft from another plant of Bougainvillea glabra, choosing a stem with several buds.
4. Cut the graft into bevels to match the crack on the root holder.
5. Gently insert the graft into the rootstock slot, ensuring that the cambiums of both sides are well aligned.
6. Carefully attach the graft to the rootstock using graft tape to ensure good grip.
7. Wrap the graft area with a transparent plastic bag to create a greenhouse effect and promote healing.
8. Place the grafted plant in a bright place but shelter from direct sunlight to avoid water stress.
9. Water the transplanted plant regularly without soaking it. A well drained substrate is essential for a successful transplant.
10. Carefully monitor the evolution of the graft and cut off unwanted shoots to promote the development of the graft.
Additional advice:
- Transplantation is recommended in the spring when the plant is growing.
- Make sure that the graft and rootstock are compatible to ensure a successful transplant.
- The glabra glabra Bougainvillea can take a few weeks to adapt to its new environment, be patient and continue to provide it with the necessary care.
Following these steps and tips, you can successfully graft your glabra Bougainvillea and enjoy an even brighter burst of colours in your garden or balcony.