Propagating hibiscus plants from cuttings is a cost-effective and straightforward way to multiply your plants. Using onion as a natural rooting hormone can enhance the success rate of this process. Here’s a guide to help you grow hibiscus plants from cuttings using onion.
Why Use Onion as a Rooting Hormone?
- Natural Growth Promoter: Onions contain sulfur and other compounds that stimulate root growth.
- Cost-Effective: Utilizes common kitchen ingredients, reducing the need for chemical rooting hormones.
- Antibacterial Properties: Helps protect cuttings from infections and diseases.
Materials Needed:
- Healthy hibiscus plant
- Onion
- Clean, sharp knife or pruning shears
- Small pots
- Well-draining potting mix
- Water
- Clear plastic bag or mini greenhouse (optional)
Steps to Grow Hibiscus from Cuttings Using Onion:
- Select a Healthy Hibiscus Plant: Choose a robust hibiscus plant free from disease and pests.
- Prepare the Cuttings: Using clean, sharp pruning shears or a knife, cut a healthy branch from the parent plant. The cutting should be about 4-6 inches long and free of flowers or buds.
- Prepare the Onion: Cut an onion in half. Make a small hole in the cut surface of the onion, just large enough to insert the base of the hibiscus cutting.
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