Cytokinin paste is an effective hormonal treatment for various crops. It is made from the hormone cytokinin. This substance activates cell division and regulates growth. In other words, the product promotes the development of existing buds and shoots and stimulates the emergence of new ones. For the product to be effective, it is important to use it correctly.
Description and operating principle
This product is a hormonal preparation widely used for a wide variety of plants. It is based on cytokinin, a special hormonal substance. This element stimulates cell division and regulates crop development.
The paste is used to stabilize metabolism, awaken dormant buds, and promote crown formation. It also helps slow leaf aging. Furthermore, it prevents shoot death and makes them stronger and more resilient.
The composition is often used for propagation and stimulating flowering. The product is suitable not only for indoor plants but also for garden plants. It has a beneficial effect on the development of dracaenas. The composition can be used for succulents and roses. The substance is also recommended for the care of orchids and violets.
The effect of applying the substance is noticeable within two weeks. It's important to note that the paste is only suitable for healthy plants. When applying it, it's essential to adhere to the recommended dosage.
Pros and cons
The main advantages of this product include the following:
- quick effect;
- increasing the likelihood of flower stalk formation;
- economical consumption;
- accelerating the awakening of dormant buds and shoots with flower stalks;
- formation of new buds and acceleration of the development of awakened ones;
- increasing the efficiency of fertilizer application;
- rapid rehabilitation of plants after flowering;
- the possibility of stimulating re-flowering instead of wintering.
No significant side effects were observed when using the product according to the instructions. Excessive use and failure to follow the recommended application guidelines can lead to the opposite effect, including cessation of plant development and death.
How to make it yourself
Making your own cytokinin paste has its own unique challenges. However, this product can be made using a variety of recipes.
Alcohol mixture
To obtain an effective substance, it is recommended to prepare the following ingredients:
- 1 gram of benzyladenine;
- 90 grams of lanolin;
- 25 milliliters of alcohol – it should have a concentration of 96%.
To prepare the ointment, first warm the lanolin. This should be done in a double boiler. Then, take a small container, place a few beads in it, and add alcohol and benzyladenine. Close the container and shake its contents vigorously for a minute.
After this, carefully add lanolin and leave the mixture uncovered for 24 hours. The finished mixture can be transferred to a glass container and sealed. The mixture can be used for up to 5 years.
Ointment based on leaves
This remedy is recommended to be made using aloe leaves. They contain growth stimulants. The plant also contains essential oils and anthracenes. To prepare this valuable remedy, take one leaf at least 2-3 years old, wash it thoroughly, and dry it. Wrap the leaves in plastic wrap and place them in a cool, dark place for 14 days.
Next, crush the leaf, place it in a glass container, and add 30-40 milliliters of alcohol. Let the mixture steep for 24 hours. Then, filter it and refrigerate. The mixture has a shelf life of 2 years.
Simplified version
To make the simplest version of the paste, you need to prepare the following ingredients:
- 1 gram of benzyladenine;
- 95 grams of lanolin.
First, melt the lanolin in a double boiler. Then add the benzyladenine and stir. Leave the resulting mixture in an open container to cool and thicken. Then transfer it to a dark glass container and refrigerate. The mixture can be used for up to 3 years.
Terms of Use
To ensure the mixture produces the desired results, it's important to strictly adhere to the application instructions. This also requires taking into account the crop species for which the substance is intended to be used.
Violets
These plants are considered quite demanding when propagating. This is due to the highly sensitive root system, which cannot withstand low temperatures. To achieve the desired results, we recommend the following:
- Take a needle and treat it with an alcohol solution. Scratch the bottom of the stem several times.
- Treat the resulting damage with cytokinin paste.
In about two weeks, many new shoots will appear on the bushes. As they develop, it's recommended to gradually separate the larger shoots. This will encourage new ones to form.
Fruits and vegetables
Cytokinin paste is ideal for home-grown grapes. It is also used for cucumbers grown in greenhouses. To obtain a flower stalk, take a droplet 0.5-1 millimeter in diameter. To obtain a shoot for propagation, use 2-2.5 milliliters of the substance. Cucumbers should be treated only to stimulate flowering.
Orchids
To treat orchids with this product, you need to do the following:
- Bend back the covering scale and see if there is a living bud there.
- Apply a drop of paste with a toothpick. If you want to create a flower stalk, use 0.5-1 millimeter of the paste. To create a vegetative shoot, use approximately 2 millimeters of the paste.
- To promote plant growth and branching, treat the buds located closer to the end of the shoot. If flowering is desired, treat closer to the base.
- Spread the paste over the surface of the bud and place the flower in favorable conditions.
- If the goal of treatment is to promote plant growth and tillering, nitrogen fertilizers should be applied. If flowering is expected, potassium and phosphorus should be applied.
For other plants
The product is approved for use on citrus fruits. It helps increase their yield. It also helps stimulate rose bloom. The paste can also be used on fruit-bearing trees. It can also be used on indoor plants.
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Safety precautions
To prevent harm to your health, it is important to use protective equipment when working with the product. Avoid contact with mucous membranes and broken skin. After finishing work, wash your hands thoroughly with soap.
Contraindications for use
The drug has the following contraindications for use:
- infection of plants with viruses and bacteria;
- too young age;
- significant damage to shoots;
- plant transplantation in the recent past.
How and how long to store
The ointment should be kept in a cool place. The temperature should be between 4 and 6 degrees Celsius. Store in a dark glass container. The product has a shelf life of 3 years.
What to replace it with
LETTO and Keikigrow+ are considered complete analogues of cytokinin paste. However, their price is significantly higher.
Cytokinin paste is an effective hormonal product that stimulates plant growth and flowering. It can be used on a wide variety of crops, but it's important to use it correctly.