In contrast to sowing baobabs, cuttings offer a time-saving alternative. Within a few weeks, even gardening beginners can grow small trees.
How do I grow offshoots from a baobab tree?
Baobab cuttings can be grown from cuttings, leaves or small branches. In cuttings, roots form in a dark container of water, while leaves root in slightly moist soil. Rooting powder can support root formation.
Removing offshoots from the mother plant
Spring is the best time for repotting. You can use this opportunity to easily win offshoots.
Possible variants:
- Cuttings
- leaves
- offshoot
Cuttings: rooting
These are carefully removed from the large plant. At least three leaves per cutting are recommended. Then they take a break in a small vase with water. Choose a dark container. Alternatively, wrap the vase in aluminum paper to prevent light from entering.
The first small roots will form within a few days. After about 2 weeks, the root system has enough strength to move into the prepared soil.
Note:
- Always monitor the water level of the vase
- Roots must never be dry in the beginning
- Humus is suitable for planting the small offshoots.
offshoots from leaves
For this method, select a gorgeous leaf. Break this off carefully near the tree trunk or branch.
The leaflet is then placed approximately 2 millimeters deep in air-permeable soil. A sufficient supply of nutrients is necessary for root formation. Adding mulch can support this. Experts recommend the moderate use of special fertilizers for cacti in individual cases.
Planting offshoots
Small branches with at least three leaves are used for this purpose. After cutting, they rest at room temperature for about two days. When the interface has dried, plant the cuttings in rich, moist soil.
Rooting powder
A lush root formation is considered the cradle of magnificent growth. A special rooting powder is often used.
Tips & Tricks
Older baobab trees hardly need any water. However, the soil of cuttings must always be kept moist. In this way, the roots develop faster and stronger.
