Reproduction of gloxinia is a simple but interesting process

Growing gloxinia, a perennial tuber plant of the Gesnerian family, is a very fascinating activity. And when she opens her brightly colored "gramophones", it's impossible to remain indifferent. This plant is remarkable in that it can be propagated in several ways.

Reproduction of gloxinia by a sheet cuttings usually does not cause complications. Before work, the cutting tool must be disinfected.

The sheet is preferably cut from the middle row. If it is large, then it can be divided into several parts. It is important that each leaf fragment has a vein. Prepared an outgrowth or parts of it is better to take root at once, without putting it into the water.

The soil is desirable to use the ready - "Universal floral". In the container, make holes, pour a layer of drainage and soil. A little to compact and moisten it. Further make the indentations, gently insert the sheet or its parts, slightly compact. It is desirable to substitute a small support so that the cutting does not move (you can use a piece of foam).

After this, you need to place the container with the cuttings in a transparent bag to simulate hothouse conditions with high humidity. We place the "construction" in a bright place. Every day, ventilate the plantings and, if necessary, moisten the soil.

After a while (depends on many factors) at the base of the cut will appear babies. They will need to be gradually accustomed to the climatic conditions of the premises, increasing the airing time. When watering, you need to ensure that water does not fall on young shoots (otherwise the liquid should be cleaned with a napkin).

Children usually form several. When they grow up a little, they will need to be seated in separate containers and provide proper care with periodic watering and top dressing.

The reproduction of gloxinia by dividing the tuber is carried out only in the spring. After the tuber is awakened, it is necessary to wait for the germination of the sleeping buds. If a tuber of decent size, growth points more than one, and they are located at some distance from each other, then using a sterile tool, you can cut it. Slices should be powdered with an antiseptic (charcoal) or greased with greenery, slightly dried. Plant in different pots, leave a third of the tuber with a sprout above the surface of the soil.

Reproduction of gloxinia by peduncles is perhaps the easiest way. It should be noted that not all varieties can be propagated in this way. After withering the flower, the flower spike must be removed in any case. It is this that can be tried to root, that is, put in a container with boiled chilled water. There will be one of two: the flower-bud or fade, or let the roots. In the second version, it will have to be carefully placed in a suitable soil, children will soon appear.

Reproduction of gloxinia by shoots is also not difficult. If on the tuber at the beginning of the vegetation several buds germinate, all the shoots should not be left - so the plant will look ugly. It is necessary to grow them 2-3 cm and gently cut them. If the bottom leaves interfere with rooting, they need to be removed. Next, you should plant an escape into the ground and Cover with a glass jar. Water, air. Approximately a month later, the roots are already formed, and the bank can be removed.

Reproduction of gloxinia by seeds is the most time-consuming and time-consuming process. Its technology is similar to the content of seedling flowers from small seeds such as petunia.

Growing houseplants is a very grateful thing, because practically everything is in our hands. From the attention and understanding of the needs of the flora depends on her well-being. Having achieved beautiful flowers, we experience a feeling of satisfaction and joy.