Introduction
Plant cultivation from cuttings is an efficient and cost-effective method of spreading new plants. In this article, we will explain how to grow a guava plant from a cutting planted in an onion. This technique can be done easily at home and requires only a few simple steps.
Materials required:
- Guava bud
- Onion
- A little pot
- Earth
- Water
- Garden knife
Steps to follow:
1. Preparation of the goyave cutting:
Start by taking a healthy cutting from a goyave plant. Make sure it is about 15 to 20 centimetres long and has at least 3 knots. Remove the leaves from the bottom of the cutting to leave only the upper leaves.
2. Preparation of onion:
Cut the onion in half and remove the heart to create a small orifice in which you will insert the goyave cutting. Make sure the onion is stable and can stand in a pot.
3. Planting the cutting in onion:
Gently insert the guava cutting into the onion orifice. Make sure that it’s deep and firmly held. Then place the onion in a pot filled with light, well drained soil.
4. Watering and maintenance:
Water the cutting in the onion regularly and keep the soil slightly moist. Place the pot in a sunny place, but away from direct sunlight. About 2 to 3 weeks after planting, you should start seeing roots forming.
5. Transplantation:
After the roots have developed well, you can transplant your guava plant into a larger pot or directly into the ground. Make sure to water the plant well after transplanting to promote its recovery.
Conclusion
Now you know how to grow a guava plant from a cutting planted in an onion. This clever and inexpensive method will allow you to multiply your goyave plants easily at home. Feel free to try this technique and share your results with us!