Montbretia are very popular flowering plants, because they set attractive accents in the perennial border with their beautifully formed foliage and the bright, exotic flower colors. Not only is the care of the Montbretie completely uncomplicated, it is also very easy to propagate yourself.
If you can't get enough of Montbretia, you can simply multiply them yourself
propagation by division
The storage organs of the Montbretia form plenty of secondary tubers that grow into large clumps over the years. You should carefully dig them up and divide them about every three years. This is also important to keep the Montbretia flowering. Since the stolons of the Montbretia grow outwards and downwards, the plant becomes more and more lazy in flowering in the middle of the cane and mainly puts out leaves there.
Since the highly consuming Montbretia should be transplanted every three to four years anyway, this is a good opportunity to remove the small tubers and use them at a new location. They continue to grow rapidly there and often flower in the same year.
Propagation by seeds
Sometimes the Montbretia put on seeds that you can use for propagation. In order for this to be successful, you should always harvest the seeds before the first frost. The ideal sowing date is from February, as the germinated plants can then move outdoors in the same year.
Method:
- Let the seeds soak in lukewarm water for a few hours.
- During this time, fill the pots with special potting soil mixed with a little sand.
- Spread seeds and cover them with a wafer-thin layer of the substrate if necessary. Montbretia are light germs!
- Use a sprayer to gently dampen the soil to avoid washing away the seeds.
- Put a clear plastic bag over the pots to create a warm, humid greenhouse environment.
Place the pots in a bright, warm place and air them daily to prevent mold and rot. It can take a few weeks for germination.
tips
Montbretia also thrive well in tubs, provided you give the plants a sufficiently large planter. With their stiff, upright leaves and bright orange or red flowers, they are an attractive focal point for balcony or terrace greenery.