Growing Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia) from cuttings is a fantastic way to propagate
this beautiful plant and add a burst of vibrant color to your garden.
To start, choose a healthy and mature Mexican Sunflower plant. With a sharp and clean pair of garden shears, make a clean cut on a stem that is approximately six to eight inches long, just below a node. Remove any lower leaves, leaving a few at the top to aid in photosynthesis. Prepare a well-draining potting mix, such as a combination of potting soil and perlite. Moisten the soil slightly and make a small hole using a pencil or your finger. Dip the bottom end of the cutting in rooting hormone powder, aloe vera or an onion, if desired, to encourage root growth. Insert the cutting into the hole, ensuring that at least two nodes are buried in the soil.
Gently firm the soil around the cutting to provide stability. Place the pot in a warm and bright location, out of direct sunlight, and mist the cutting regularly to maintain humidity. Within a few
weeks, roots will begin to develop, and new growth will emerge, indicating successful rooting. Once the cutting has established roots and shows signs of vigorous growth, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or directly into the garden, where it will continue to flourish and bring joy with its vibrant blooms.
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