Question From:
Karen walsh in Caulked nth, Melb VIC
Nature of problem:
propagating
Type of Plant (if known):
Bouvardia
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
No problems
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Sandy
How often do you water the plant:
Every second day
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Mor Ning sun
What type of plant is it:
Cuttings
How long since you planted it:
4days
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
No
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Indoors at present
What other treatments have you given the plant:
hormon powder
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Other Comments:
Hi don
Purchased a new bourvardia my dog broke the 3 stems so have cut them to 3’& 1/2inches and dipped in hormone powder and into potting mix should I place a plastic bag over the top would welcome your comments
Best wishes
Karen Walsh caulield nth
Vic
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Answer: This is a tough one. Bouvardias are difficult to grow. They are not indoor plants. They need perfect drainage but constant watering. The plastic bag is not a good idea. perhaps it is best to treat this plant as a temporary plant: sort of like a bunch of cut flowers. Don