What is the best cutting time of Lagerstroemia indica?

It is best to cut the tender branches of Osmunda japonica in July and August, when the new branches begin to grow, with strong vitality and high survival rate. Hard branches are cut off before the branches germinate in March-April.

Cutting method of Lagerstroemia indica

Hard-branch cutting: Lagerstroemia indica hard-branch cutting is cutting with older branches, the section length is about 15 cm, cutting the branches into loose soil, watering them and curing them in a ventilated and light-transmitting environment.

Softwood cutting: healthy twigs are selected and trimmed to 8 ~ 10cm long, and 2 ~ 3 leaves are left on the twigs. The twigs are cut into the prepared soil, watered once and maintained in a warm place.

Matters needing attention in cuttage of Lagerstroemia indica

The cuttings of Lagerstroemia indica were soaked in running water one week before cutting. When the branches appear obviously irregular tumors, pruning can improve the success rate.

Maintenance and management of Lagerstroemia indica after cutting

After cutting Osmunda japonica. After completion, cover the seedbed with sunshade net, keep the seedbed moist, water it with small water and clear water, and take root about three weeks after cutting.