Methods of propagation of chrysanthemum.
The most common methods of propagation in chrysanthemum are by suckers and cuttings:
A) Suckers: After the flowering is over the plants are beheaded to a height of about 15-20 cm from the ground level. During January February, new suckers start appearing round the base of the stool and these are separated and planted in 10 cm pots. The suckers have their own root system. The pots should be kept in light shade to allow more rooting.
B) Cuttings: After flowering is over the plants are cut to ground level as stated above. New shoots arise from the base as well as from axils of leaves. Young tip cuttings measuring 5-8 cm are taken just above a node. The lower leaves are removed and the basal portion of the cuttings are treated with some root promoting hormones like seradix before planting.
