1、 Cutting time

The cutting time of Milan is usually from April to June. Because it grows in the south, it prefers a warm environment, and the slightly higher temperature is more conducive to cuttings and rooting. Usually, when the ground temperature reaches 30-32 ℃, it takes 40 days to take root. If the ground temperature is only 25-28 ℃, it will take 50-60 days to take root. The lower the temperature, the slower the rooting speed

2、 Cuttings treatment

Cutting Milan must choose a plant with good growth and no diseases and pests. Cut an annual lignified branch from above. The leaves at the top of the branch should be thick, green and full axillary buds. Cut it into 10cm segments, keep the upper 2-3 leaves, cut off the rest, and flatten the incision at the bottom

3、 Basin soil preparation

If you want cuttings to take root, you must provide a loose and breathable substrate. Usually vermiculite or coarse sand can be used. Do not use too fertile soil, otherwise it is unfavorable to the growth of new roots. The substrate can be exposed to the sun before use to eliminate the bacteria and insect eggs inside. It should be noted that this plant cannot take root in hydroponic culture, and the cycle is too long

4、 Cutting

After the pot soil and cuttings are prepared, cutting can be carried out. First, use bamboo chopsticks to make a hole on the basin soil, which is one-third of the depth of the branches, then insert the cuttings into the hole and compact the surrounding soil to make the bottom more close to the soil. After cutting, sufficient water shall be poured, and at the same time, proper shade shall be provided to maintain good ventilation