In the spring, when you want it so much bright colors, one cannot help but notice the bushes, still leafless, whose gray stems are densely covered with small yellow flowers. How to propagate this early flowering plant called forsythia using cuttings and layering in the spring, will be described in the article. View detailed video will help you understand everything better.
What varieties are popular
In nature, bushes can be found in East Asia and in the territory of the former Yugoslavia:
- The shrub is not too large - 1-3 m in height and about 2 m in width.
- The shoots are covered with gray, durable bark.
- The leaves are oval-shaped with toothed edges. Fully bloom after flowering. Located along the stem opposite to each other.
- The flowers are bell-shaped and colored yellow, each of them has 4 petals. The flowering period lasts a long time - about three weeks.
- The fruits are presented in small boxes, in each of which several seeds with wings ripen.
In European gardens you can find several varieties of the plant. European- shrub up to 2 m tall with vertical shoots. Flowers are solitary. Giralda- differs from the previous species in twisted flower petals and their larger sizes. Drooping– grows up to 3 m. The shoots droop down. Yellow flowers form in bunches. Popular varieties:
- variegated - distinguished by green leaves with a yellowish pattern, its flowers are yellow;
- Fortune - the leaves of the variety are narrow, the flowers are yellow;
- purple-stemmed - This plant has purple stems and budding leaves.
- dark green - reaches 3 m in height. The shoots grow upward. Large leaves, dark green. The flowers have a greenish tint.
Intermediate- leaves are oblong, dark green. The flowers are bright yellow. Varieties:
- Beatrix Farrand - tall (up to 4 m) shrub with yellow flowers;
- Denziflora - the plant reaches 1.5 m, with twisted petals;
- Spectabilis is a bush up to 1 m in height and up to 1.2 m in width, the flowers are bright yellow, the green color of the leaves changes to purple in the fall.
White- stands out from all others with its unusual white flowers with a yellow throat, which at the bud stage have a pink tint. The underside of the leaves is purple. Ovoid- endowed with yellow single flowers that bloom on the bush earlier than other species. Leaves are green with purple tint. Common varieties:
- Spring Glory - the flowers are bright yellow, large, the leaves are green in spring, and in the fall they become variegated with purple and yellow patterns;
- Tetragold is a low (up to 1 m) shrub with yellow, fairly large (up to 3 cm in diameter) flowers;
- Goldzauber - the flowers are golden-yellow, large, bloom in mid-April.
How to propagate shrubs yourself
Forsythia is propagated by several methods:
- seeds;
- layering;
- cuttings.
Seeds are collected in late autumn and stored in a cool room. To grow a full-fledged shrub, the following work is carried out:
- Prepare boxes with nutritious soil, which can be a mixture of garden soil, humus and sand (1:1:1, respectively).
- Seeds are sown to a depth of about 1 cm.
- The crops are covered with film or glass.
- After 20-40 days, the first shoots appear.
Attention! Must be taken into account. That seed germination is low - only 30-40%.
From positive aspects With this method of propagation, it is possible to obtain a large number of plants. Negative side- very slow growth of seedlings and first flowering 5-6 years after planting.
Reproduction by layering and cuttings
Forsythia shoots are capable of germinating when they come into contact with the soil, so it is enough to simply propagate it by layering.
- In spring, young, flexible shoots are chosen.
- A small hole (about 10 cm deep) is dug from their base.
- Leaves are torn off along the entire length of the branch, with the exception of the top.
- Immerse the part of the shoot from which the leaves have been removed into the groove and pin it.
- Sprinkle with soil.
- This place is watered regularly.
Advice. In order for the shoots to take root faster, several cuts need to be made along the stem.
The shoot obtained by this method is separated from the mother bush the following spring. It will bloom in a year.
Propagation by cuttings is a method accessible to everyone. They do it like this:
- In the spring, after the bush has flowered, blanks with 2-3 internodes are cut, and the upper cut is made oblique.
- The cuttings are immersed in a root formation stimulator for 3-4 hours.
- Planted in a container with sand, or directly in the garden under a glass jar.
- Water periodically, trying to prevent the soil from drying out.
- After a month, the cuttings take root.
- From the box to the garden they are transplanted the following spring. They bloom the same year.
Advice. To avoid frost damage, it is better to cover the plants during the first winter.
There is absolutely nothing difficult about propagating forsythia. Anyone can easily grow this bright shrub on their plot, which blooms at the same time as primroses.
Reproduction of garden forsythia: video
Forsythia – beautiful bush, blooming in early spring. After the long winter months, when we all look forward to the warmth and sun, as if in response to our desires, forsythia blooms magnificently with bright sunny colors. In March, when many shrubs and trees are still without leaves and look sad, the bare branches of forsythia are covered with many delicate yellow bell flowers. Later, the leaves bloom, and it is touching how beautifully the yellow and light green shades of this shrub combine.
For all its advantages, forsythia is not demanding on growing conditions.
After reading this article about different methods propagation of forsythia, even the most inexperienced amateur gardener will be able to grow this plant on his site and enjoy the magical flowering every spring.
Types and varieties
Forsythia belongs to the genus of ornamental flowering shrubs and small trees of the Olive family. There are 7 species in the genus, many varieties have been bred in each species. Six species of forsythia are from East Asia (Japan, Korea, China) and only one species was bred in Europe, in the Balkans.
In our country, the most common forsythia are Intermediate, Ovate and Hanging.
These species are characterized by increased frost resistance. In areas with warmer climates, European and Dark Green forsythia can be grown.
Let's consider each type separately:
- European– height up to two meters, diameter of the bush almost three meters. The flowers are quite large, lemon-colored, the leaves are a very beautiful light green color. There are specimens older than 70 years;
- Dark green- the most heat-loving type of forsythia. Height no more than three meters. It blooms with light green flowers, in clusters of 3 pieces. And it got its name because dark green branches. Quite drought-resistant;
- Ovoid– height no more than two meters, early flowering - within two weeks. The flowers are bright yellow. The foliage turns into very colorful shades of yellow and purple in the fall;
- Intermediate– the most drought and frost resistant species. The height of the bush is no more than three and a half meters. The leaves are serrated, simple and trifoliate. The flowers are bright yellow;
- Hanging– height about three meters. The crown has a drooping arched shape, which is why it got its name. Blooms with hot yellow flowers, collected tassels 5 pieces each;
- White – height up to two meters. Has unusual flowers white, A unopened buds– pale pink. In summer, the leaves below become purple in color;
- Giralda – similar to European honeysuckle, but more thermophilic. Stems are yellow-brown, tetrahedral. The flowers are large, lemon-colored, and have twisted petals. The leaves are dark green, up to 10 cm in size.
Landscape use
Forsythia is most often used in a group with conifers. During flowering, it looks harmonious with dark green coniferous plants.
It is better to plant Hanging Forsythia near the walls of the house. Forsythia hedges are amazingly beautiful.
Reproduction
This wonderful shrub can be propagated in several ways:
- Seeds;
- Cuttings;
- By layering.
Seeds are the most painstaking method of propagation and it can take many years before your plants grow stronger and bloom. It is used when it is necessary to grow many plants en masse at once. This is its advantage over other methods.
Before sowing, seeds must undergo stratification for 2 months at a temperature of +2-+5 °C. It is better to sow seeds in March-April in greenhouses or boxes, which must be covered with glass or film to maintain stable humidity and temperature. The emerging seedlings grow to a maximum of 10 cm in the first year. They are planted on permanent place only in a year.
Cuttings are used for propagation - green, semi-lignified summer and woody autumn. Cuttings taken in June take root best. You need to take them at 1-2 internodes, lower leaves cut off. The upper cut should be straight, no more than 2-3 mm above the bud, the lower cut should be made obliquely, as far as possible from the lower bud.
For better rooting, soak the lower part of the cuttings in a solution of “epin”, “kornevin” or “heteroauxin” for an hour, longer if possible.
Plant the cuttings in greenhouses or boxes, deepening them approximately 5-7 cm at a slight angle. The boxes need to be filled with light fertile soil 1:1 with sand and covered with glass or film. Also, the cuttings can be immediately planted in a permanent place, covering each plastic bottle, neck up or glass jar.
It is necessary to monitor the humidity of the air and soil. Water moderately if necessary. The cuttings take root in about a month. Forsythia grown using this method is already next year will bloom.
Layering is the simplest and most quick way propagation of forsythia.
At the end of summer or early autumn, you need to select a long flexible branch on the bush that grows below, closer to the ground, and tear off the leaves on it. Leave only a couple of leaves at the top of the branch.
Make a light cut on the bark in the middle of the branch to facilitate rooting.
Bend it to the ground, bury the middle third of the branch and press it with V-shaped staples in several places. Next spring, the cuttings will give decent roots, then it can be dug up, cut off from the main bush and planted in a permanent place.
We hope that our article will help you successfully propagate and grow such a wonderful sunny shrub as forsythia. I wish you success!
Forsythia, or forsythia, can be found in many corners globe. Almost no city can do without this tree with a long history. Western Europe: in early spring forsythia decorates the streets with its bright yellow-golden inflorescences densely covering the branches. The article is dedicated to gardeners who want to provide the beauty best conditions for wintering.
About the winter hardiness of forsythia
One of the most important characteristics of any perennial is its ability to tolerate low temperatures. In the case of forsythia, it is not possible to draw an unambiguous conclusion, since the species is represented by several selected varieties, the winter hardiness of which varies. Forsythia Ovate (Oval), Siebold and Drooping are considered the hardiest. The remaining subspecies are not sufficiently resistant to frost and snow, and therefore require additional preparatory procedures before the onset of cold weather. Winter hardiness of some other varieties:
- Forsythia European - unsuitable for central Russia; in winter it needs a room that does not freeze;
- Forsythia Giralda - came from Northern China. This variety can be grown without insulation only in the southern part of Russia;
- Forsythia medium - often bred in middle lane with a temperate climate, but is not highly frost-resistant. To prevent the death of the plant, place it in a cool place in a large pot;
- Forsythia Greenest - suitable for growing exclusively in the southern regions.
Almost all species, even winter-hardy ones, need shelter during the cold season, if we are talking about regions such as Siberia and the Urals.
Technology for propagating forsythia by cuttings in autumn
The variegated blooming beauty can be propagated different ways, But the most effective of them is cuttings. The procedure can be carried out in summer, spring or autumn. Let's consider the autumn method, since next spring you will be pleased with young seedlings.
To propagate forsythia by cuttings, in October it is necessary to cut off sufficiently mature, lignified shoots about 20 cm long, stick them into the ground (depth - 10 cm) and cover with dry leaves or spruce branches. The probability that the seedlings will take root is not one hundred percent, but it is quite high, and some of the cuttings will certainly take root in the soil. The advantage of this method is that already in the third year of its life, forsythia will delight the owner of the plot with its bright flowering, while seedlings grown from seeds bloom only in the fourth or fifth year of their life.
How to care for forsythia (video)
Features of caring for forsythia in autumn
Despite the fact that forsythia is generally not a very demanding plant, it, like any other inhabitant of the garden, should be given attention and care to ensure that the bush does not grow too large and does not die in the first winter. Autumn procedures preparing forsythia for cold weather will not take much time, but will prevent a possible sad outcome for the plant.
Preparing young shrubs for winter
Newly planted plants are quite vulnerable, even if they are hardy varieties. Like adult shrubs, they need thorough preparation for the winter season, without which the chances of survival are close to zero. No pruning is required for the first year of the plant's life.– this will significantly save your time. A mandatory procedure is mulching the root area with humus and covering the bushes.
You can cover young forsythia with branches of spruce branches or any covering material, the main thing is to cover the entire plant, and not just the roots. To do this, you will need to first bend the branches to the ground and pin them, and then begin covering. Remember: For these purposes, you cannot use airtight plastic film, otherwise you risk depriving the plant of flowering due to the fact that the buds may dry out during the thaw. In extreme cases, forsythia under such material can rot.
Now you can be calm - under a layer of leaves and snow, forsythia is not afraid of any cold!
Timing and scheme for pruning forsythia in autumn
For this kind ornamental shrubs, like forsythia, pruning is a mandatory procedure, since the plant tends to grow and lose quite quickly beautiful shape. In addition, all diseased, frozen, dry and improperly growing branches need pruning. Autumn pruning usually carried out to remove excess and damaged shoots. It must be carried out as early as possible so that the cutting areas have time to heal before the onset of cold weather. In addition, beware of overdoing it - the plant noticeably weakens after such procedures, and the fewer branches you remove, the easier it will be for it to overwinter.
Attention! Treat pruning with care and responsibility. If you get carried away with this activity and strive to rejuvenate the plant as often as possible, the bush will grow well and actively, but you will hardly see any inflorescences on it.
How to form a forsythia crown (video)
Covering and mulching tree trunks
Forsythia shrubs of any age and variety require additional insulation on winter season. First, you should mulch the tree trunk area with humus - the layer should be at least 10 cm. Then you can begin to cover the bush. As in the case of young plants, the branches need to be bent tightly to the ground - it is better to do this before frost sets in, otherwise the branches will be stubborn - and then cover the entire bush with spruce branches, dry foliage or any artificial breathable material. Due to the fact that In winter, the plant will be protected by a constructed shelter and a layer of snow; it will successfully withstand frost. In the spring, all covering material is removed, the branches rise back - and the bush is ready to bloom again!
Please note that even those varieties of forsythia that are considered frost-resistant should be covered winter time– no one can foresee in advance what kind of winter it will be, and it’s better to play it safe than to discover in the spring that half the branches of the bush have frozen.
Watering and fertilizing
Forsythia is extremely undemanding in relation to watering and does not tolerate waterlogging, so in the fall you can hardly worry about it. It will be enough to water the plant generously once a month, This procedure will take 10-12 liters of water for each bush. Water procedures need to be carried out a little more often if the forsythia is planted on sand - it is less permeable to moisture. As for fertilizers, in the fall it is worth applying 70 g per 1 square meter. meter of mineral complex before mulching tree trunk circles humus or fallen leaves.
Many gardeners, trying to strengthen the shrub before wintering, feed it in late summer or early autumn with a mixture high in potassium and phosphorus.
Forsythia cuttings (video)
Forsythia is a wonderful plant that is valued by gardeners around the world for its high decorative qualities. The bush does not lose its attractiveness even in autumn: its leaves are painted in an unusual purple, crimson or bright yellow shade, looking great in different flower arrangements. However, you need to remember that without your help the plant may die in a harsh winter.
The genus Forsythia belongs to the Olive family and is predominantly shrubs.
The height of the species is generally up to 3 m, the bark is brown-gray, textured, the foliage is simple, opposite, oblong, ovoid, with teeth, from 2 to 15 cm. The flowers are rich yellow in color, after flowering a flying box appears.
Forsythia types and varieties
Most often grown in our gardens, it is a shrub up to 2 m high, the foliage is without teeth, its length is up to 7 cm, the flowers are single, bell-shaped, golden yellow.
This species is very similar in appearance to the previous one, but its foliage is longer and the color of the leaves is darker. It also tolerates frost less well, so it is not very suitable for growing in cold areas.
Or drooping this bush grows up to 3 m, its crown grows widely, its branches droop. Has quite large yellow flowers, which form bundles. There is a variegated form, as well as a form with purple branches and leaves when they are young.
Or greenest This tall plant, the shoots of which grow up to 3 m. The foliage is densely located, simple, oblong, rich dark green in color, quite long, the flowers also have green tint. Tolerates drought well.
Or intermediate This hybrid species, obtained by crossing the species Forsythia drooping and dark green. Maximum height This plant is close to 3.5 m, the foliage is oblong, toothed, long, the color of the foliage is rich green. Flowering occurs by the 4th year after planting, the flowers form bunches of yellow color. Tolerates frost and heat well.
It has many varieties due to its popularity:
- Goldzauber ,
- Maluch ,
- Linwood gold ,
- Golden time ,
- Spectabilis .
Or snowy a relatively low species with oblong ovate foliage. IN summer period the bottom of the foliage turns purple. The flowers are white, but have a yellow throat.
Or ovoid also a low species - 1.5-2 m. The bark on the branches is yellowish, and they themselves are quite spreading. The foliage is 6-8 cm, green in summer, and purple tones appear on it in autumn.
Forsythia planting and care in open ground
Today, forsythia is widely used to decorate city streets and private gardens, primarily due to the fact that yellow flowers bloom in early spring, even before leaves appear on the branches of the bush.
Forsythia should be planted in spring or early autumn, so that the bush has time to take root before frost, so be guided by the conditions of the place where you live. Light areas not blown by winds are good for planting; partial shade is also suitable, but sun is still preferable.
The composition of the soil is also not important, the main thing is that the substrate is not overly wet and has alkaline reaction. If the soil in your garden is acidic, then you need to dig it up with ashes to shift the reaction to alkaline.
The height and width of the planting hole should be approximately 0.5 m each, and the depth 60 cm. When planting several plants, make sure that there is at least 1.5 m between them. A 20 cm drainage layer is placed at the bottom of the planting hole, after which 10 cm of sand, then put mixed leaf soil, sand and peat in a ratio of 2 to 1 and to 1. Fill the hole so that after planting root system The seedling was placed at a depth of 35 cm.
As a design garden plot, you can also use lilac, it is easily grown when planted and cared for in open ground. You can find recommendations for growing this plant in this article.
Watering forsythia
Look after it garden plant not difficult. If it rains from time to time in the summer, then there is no need to water the bush. If there is no precipitation, then every couple of weeks you need to pour a bucket of water under each bush.
After rain or watering, you should loosen the soil and get rid of weed. You can cover the area with compost mulch, and the problem of weeds and loosening will disappear.
Forsythia feeding
Fertilizers are applied 3 times during the growing season. The first time in the spring, compost is spread around the bushes, but so that it touches the shoots, and heavy watering is carried out. This fertilizer will serve as both a source of organic matter and mulch.
In mid-spring they use full mineral fertilizing, adding 65 grams per square meter. When flowering ends and flower buds begin to form, apply Kemira-universal at 110 grams per square meter of plot.
Pruning forsythia
While the bushes are young, only broken, frozen and dry branches are pruned from them. In large bushes in the spring they carry out sanitary pruning, and after flowering the shoots are cut to half, the old branches are cut off, leaving only 5 cm from the ground.
You can also carry out formative pruning to give the bush the look you want. To rejuvenate the bush, you need to cut off two-thirds of all branches - this will encourage the growth of young branches.
But we warn you that this procedure cannot be carried out often, otherwise the bush will become large, but flowering will disappear. The approximate frequency of anti-aging pruning is 4 years.
Forsythia in winter
When preparing forsythia for winter, a thick ball of dry leaves is poured around the bushes, the branches are bent to the ground and attached to it, and spruce branches are placed on top.
With the arrival of spring, the shelter is removed so that the buds do not rot. In snowy winters, there is no need to build a shelter.
Forsythia propagation by cuttings
It is better to propagate forsythia vegetatively. Green cuttings 15 cm long, which are cut in early summer, are well suited for this. The lower foliage is cut off, and the cuttings themselves are treated with a means to enhance root formation. Green cuttings are grown in greenhouse conditions in sand under diffused light, moistening the soil from time to time.
In the fall, woody cuttings can be rooted, and they are stuck directly into the garden, so that there are a couple of buds above the ground. As cold weather approaches, cover the cuttings with dry leaves, and in the spring they should begin to grow and by autumn it will be possible to transplant them to a permanent place.
Propagation of forsythia by layering
You can also propagate this crop by layering. This is done according to the standard scheme - the young branch is tilted towards the ground, slightly cutting its edge, and sprinkled with soil. Over time, roots will appear from the cut and next spring it will be possible to separate the cuttings from the parent and replant.
This bush also reproduces by seeds, but this process is complex and accessible only to specialists.
Forsythia diseases
This crop does not get sick very often, but is still susceptible to some diseases and pests.
Fusarium wilt occurs due to fungal infection. The symptoms of this disease are yellowing of foliage , weak flowering or his absence , general weakness of the plant, on the shoots and leaves it is clear that the vessels have turned black from the fungus. While the disease is not developed, it is necessary to carry out several sprayings with a 5% solution of foundationazole.
For bacteriosis the foliage becomes soft and turns black . The bush cannot be saved from this disease.
Moniliosis can be determined by brown spots on the foliage . When a symptom appears, you need to cut off all the diseased parts, touching the healthy tissue.
Occasionally occurs downy mildew . Wherein leaves are deformed , on them a gray coating appears . The diseased parts must be cut off and treated with Bordeaux mixture. To protect the bush from this disease, it is necessary to apply phosphorus-potassium fertilizers on time.
It happens that forsythia doesn't bloom . There may be a couple of reasons for this - too frequent rejuvenating pruning (note that if you have rejuvenated, then next year there will be no place for flower buds to come from and there will be no flowering either), lack of nutrients, frosting flower buds in winter.
Forsythia pests
Among pests nematodes appear most often and are probably the most dangerous. These little worms slow down plant growth , makes the roots thin And cause general weakening of the bush , Also the affected areas begin to turn yellow , but it is worth noting that most nematodes attack the roots, so it is the underground part that will turn yellow.
Nematodes do not tolerate dryness and high temperatures well, but with a garden plant it is not possible to carry out the standard procedure for keeping the roots in warm water as they do with indoor crops. Therefore, all that remains is the introduction of poisons, for example, Nemaphos, Phosfamide.
I welcome you to the website for tips for gardeners and gardeners. Everything related to the propagation of forsythia is of interest to those who decide to decorate their garden with the help of this beautiful shrub.
Blooming at the beginning of spring, around March, it is a kind of harbinger of spring warmth. The plant is able to grow and develop for many years and delight its owners beautiful view their yellow flowers.
Propagation of forsythia in spring is possible in three ways:
- Seminal,
- cuttings,
- using layering.
So that the consumer can choose the most suitable method, we will consider each of them separately and in detail. But first you need to make it clear what this plant is.
General information, care
Forsythia is a lush, tall bush with luxurious branches that form a halo about four meters high.
The leaves have jagged edges and grow very densely on the branches, which gives the feeling of dense foliage. The trunk has dense bark, and the root system of the shrub is branched.
Shrubs of this type are very popular among gardeners, since caring for them does not require special skills and does not cause difficulties.
There are just a few basic tips to remember:
1. For proper development and lush flowering shrubs, forsythia need to be fed. For this it is recommended to use mineral fertilizers(about seventy grams for one bush). It is better to fertilize the soil in spring period. Also add organic fertilizers.
2. If you want forsythia bush and has pleased you for many years, then you need to worry about storing it in winter. Before the onset of cold weather, you need to cover the bush with spruce branches. To do this, branches that can be bent are bent to the ground and covered, and the soil around the bush needs to be mulched with leaves or hay.
3. As for watering, you should remember that it is better to underwater than to overwater. Forsythia loves water, but do not be zealous, as excessive moisture of the soil will destroy the bush and lead to rotting of the roots. This plant came to us from Asia, which means it can easily tolerate the dry period.
4. Another factor in plant care is pruning branches. This needs to be done twice a year: at the very beginning of spring and after the bush has bloomed. Carefully inspect the plant for dry twigs and damaged parts. Do not overdo it, as the bush should remain lush even after the pruning process.
As you can see, there are no difficulties in caring for shrubs. That is why it is so often used for design purposes. Forsythia can form a wonderful fence of natural material. Now let’s move on to how to achieve reproduction of this bush on your site.
Seed propagation
Propagating forsythia shrubs using seeds is suitable for those who want to get many forsythia bushes from the process. Seeds must be collected in the fall, after which they must be placed in room conditions for a couple of months. The temperature of the seeds is from 2 to 5 degrees Celsius.
At the beginning of spring, the seeds are planted in containers with soil and covered with film. In a month you will see the first shoots. Of course, not all seeds sprout, but only a third, but this is quite enough. Over the course of a year of development, the plants gain only ten centimeters in height.
You can plant it in a permanent habitat next year in the spring. For the winter, be sure to cover it with leaves so that the still young plant does not die.
Only after three years does the forsythia grow up to a meter in height and begin to truly open up. As for flowering, it begins after five years.
Working with layering
Reproduction of forsythia by layering is the most convenient option. After all, this shrub has the excellent property of rooting its branches as soon as they fall on the ground.
What's the best way to do this?
1. Select branches that can be easily bent and buried with soil. This can be done both in spring and summer, as well as in autumn.
2. Make a small ditch about ten centimeters deep. In this case, the length of the ditch should be two-thirds of the length of the branch.
3. Remove the leaves, leaving at the very end of the branch, which will not be buried in the soil.
5. Bend the branch to the ground, immerse it in the ditch and cover it with soil. The soil needs to be moist, but not too wet. When the bush takes root, it can be separated from the mother and transplanted to a permanent place. This method gives flowers after a year.
How to propagate forsythia using cuttings?
The process of propagating forsythia by cuttings is carried out using different options Cherenkov:
- Greens,
- summer strong,
- autumn ones have become stronger.
When using young green cuttings, you need to choose a shoot that has about ten nodes. After cutting small cuttings with one or two nodes, you need to step back a centimeter on each side of the node to create stumps.
The cuts should be straight at the bottom and oblique at the top. The leaves at the bottom are removed. We lower all the cuttings with the bottom side into a jar with diluted “root” for three hours.
After this, we plant all the cuttings in containers filled with sand or in a greenhouse. The distance between the cuttings is about seven centimeters, and the planting depth is five centimeters. Water the soil regularly, increasing watering on dry days.
After 30 days, the cuttings take root and overwinter in this state. If necessary, you can insulate the wintering area. With the arrival of spring, the cuttings can be transplanted to a permanent place. Within a year, forsythia can bloom.
If you decide to use already strong cuttings (it doesn’t matter whether they are summer or autumn), then the time of the procedure differs. In the fall, cuttings about fifteen centimeters long and a centimeter thick are cut. They are planted in the ground ten centimeters deep, leaving three buds on top. Water regularly and cover with leaves for the winter.
Thus, different gardeners are finding options for propagating this wonderful miracle of flora, which is increasingly being used to decorate plots.
