Winter is a great time to propagate currant bushes, a favorite of many summer residents.
Preparing plant cuttings in winter is simple, convenient and effective.
As the expert of the online publication BelNovosti, scientist-agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh said, this method will significantly save time and effort when planting new plants.
First of all, you should choose healthy and strong plants.
The cuttings must be well developed and not susceptible to diseases.
To achieve the most effective result, it is better to carry out harvesting in late winter or early spring, when the plants are dormant.
As for cutting the cuttings, it is recommended to make cuts at an angle of 45% - this will allow moisture to be absorbed better.
Afterwards, the cuttings need to be placed in a container with water for several days, which will speed up the rooting process.
Once the preparation is complete, you can start planting.
Experts recommend using light, breathable soil for this purpose.
It is recommended to plant prepared cuttings in pre-made holes, deepening them by two or three buds.
At the same time, you need to water the plants regularly to ensure their successful rooting.
By the time new shoots appear on the cuttings, you can begin preparing for transplantation.
Author: Pavel Gospodarik
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh