Premna has always been my top pick for the most desirable specimen to use in bonsai. We are all aware of the reason for this here in the tropics. This species deserves to be crowned for a million different reasons, but one of the aspects of this tree that I like the most is how simple it is to cultivate and reproduce new specimens. In this article, let’s find out How to Make Premna Cuttings Root Faster.

A word of advice, be sure to provide it with enough water during the summer. However, it is not going to be the topic that we talk about today. In this article, I’d want to share with you the method that I use to make these little cuttings grow wildly in a very short amount of time.

Over-potting

Over-potting is a practice that is frowned upon by many gardeners, particularly those who are interested in growing succulents. This is due to the fact that the larger the pot, the more water is able to be held in the soil. This, in turn, leads to an excessive amount of water being applied to the plant. However, this does not hold true for premna.

According to my own first-hand knowledge and experience with this plant, its greatest allies are water and more soil. However, you need to exercise some caution with regard to the soil that you will be using. Because in bonsai, a typical rule of thumb is that a soil mix that drains effectively is always the ideal soil to utilize in any circumstance and for any sort of tree. Or at least for the majority of tropical plants.

Have I included any fertilizer or hormones for growth?

No. I’ve created a unique soil mixture all by myself and am utilizing it. You can notice how these little cuttings have developed healthy roots if you look at the accompanying photo. The sole reason I added an extension pot was to accommodate the expansion of the roots that were emerging from the hole in the original pot. The presence of this new root development is a clear indicator that there is already a need for an extension.