The suitable temperature for the growth of Impatiens is about 15-25 ℃, so it is suggested that the cutting should be carried out in spring, the temperature is suitable, and the surrounding humidity is high, which is conducive to the subsequent rooting. It should be noted that its flowering period is in summer and autumn. It is recommended not to cut when there are flower buds in the flowering period.
When cutting the cuttings from the Impatiens, you can choose to cut the cuttings with the top buds, which have 3-5 nodes and a length of about 5-10cm. Such branches grow fast and have a good growth potential. After cutting, the leaves shall be trimmed and the lower part of the leaves shall be removed to prevent the leaves from being buried in the soil and causing decay.
The selection of containers does not need to be too large. A smaller flowerpot can be used. The substrate used for cutting can be perlite, which does not need to be filled up. It should be kept clean and sanitary, and disinfected in advance.
Insert the cut cuttings into the basin soil, about 3 cuttings can be inserted into a container. After cutting, it is covered with fresh-keeping film, which can keep warm and moisturize, maintain the surrounding growth environment, and take root in about 2-3 weeks. When the root under the branch is stable, it can be transplanted.
