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There are various techniques for propagating roses, but the water glass method stands out as the most effective.
- Aloe Vera as a Rooting Agent:
- Cut the rose just below the flower using shears.
- Measure five knots down the stem and make a diagonal cut below the fifth knot.
- Extract aloe vera pulp by tearing a leaf, cutting both ends, and extracting the center pulp.
- Blend the aloe vera pulp until smooth and pour it into a glass.
- Dip the rose cutting into the pulp and let it rest for five days.
- Plant the cutting in high-quality peat moss and use the remaining juice as a spray.
- Aloe Vera + Rose Cutting Method:
- Cut the top and bottom of both the rose and aloe vera cuttings.
- Place the rose cutting into the aloe vera cutting, creating a layered structure in a jar.
- Cover the cutting with soil, leaving the top part of the aloe cutting visible.
- The aloe acts as a container, preventing excessive moisture absorption by the soil.
- Promotes rooting, and new shoots should emerge within a few weeks
- Bottle Propagation Method:
- Cut a plastic bottle in half and poke small holes in the bottom.
- Mix expanded clay and peat, filling the bottle halfway. Spray generously and let it drain.
- Take a rose cutting with 3 or 4 buds, remove most leaves, and insert it into the soil.
- Cover the cutting with the other half of the bottle to maintain moisture until it roots.
- Ensure proper moisture levels in the soil for optimal growth.
- Water Glass Method:
- Clean a rose twig and place it in a half-cut bottle filled with water.
- Add a few drops of essential oil to give fragrance,
- After a week, the twig will start to sprout.
These methods offer effective ways to propagate roses, ensuring healthy growth and vibrant blooms.
