How to grow Cuphea Hyssopifolia from cuttings
The Cuphea Hyssopifolia, also known as the Flower of Mexico, is a charming and colourful plant that can be easily propagated from cuttings. Here is a practical guide to growing this plant at home:
Materials required:
- Croppot
- Light and well drained earth
- Cuts of Cuphea Hyssopifolia
- Water glass
- Fertilizers for plants
Step by step instructions:
1. Preparation of cuttings:
Choose healthy, unflowered stems for cuttings. Cut pieces 5 to 10 cm long, ensuring they have at least two knots. Remove the leaves from the bottom to expose the knots.
2. Planting of cuttings:
Fill a crop pot with light, well drained soil. Make a small hole in the soil with a stick and insert the prepared cutting. Slightly pull the soil around the cutting to keep it in place.
3. Watering and maintenance:
Place the pot in a bright place but in direct sunlight. Water regularly to keep soil slightly moist but not wet. You can also spray water on the leaves to maintain air moisture. Add plant fertilizer once a month to promote growth.
4. Rooting of cuttings:
After a few weeks, you should start seeing roots forming on the cuttings. You can check by gently pulling the cutting to see if it resists. This means that it is successfully rooted.
5. Transplantation:
Once the cuttings are well rooted, you can transplant them into larger individual pots or outdoors in the garden. Make sure to gradually acclimatize them to their new environment by gradually exposing them to direct sunlight.
By following these simple steps, you can easily grow the Cuphea Hyssopifolia from cuttings and enjoy its beautiful flowers throughout the year.