A solution containing a growth substance based on auxines is not stable and breaks down quite rapidly. That is why Rhizopon does not offer ready-to-use solutions but water-soluble tablets. With these tablets a fresh growth substance solution in any desired concentration and combination of active ingredients is always close at hand. Preparing a Rhizopon solution is quick and easy
Absorption
The most common way of application is the absorption method. The cuttings are, singly or in small bundles, simply placed with their base in a Rhizopon solution for 2-12 hours in order to absorb the growth substance. The absorption is subject to the type of plant the cuttings are taken from. Detailed information can be found in the Rhizopon rooting guide.
Total immersion
Cuttings from certain species will show the best rooting result after they have been totally immersed in a Rhizopon solution. Do not place too many cuttings in the solution at once, since this could cause bruising or damage.
Spraying
Other species might benefit more from a spraying treatment. First the cuttings are planted. A Rhizopon solution in the desired concentration is then¬ evenly spray¬ed over the cuttings. This method can also enhance the rooting results of earlier planted cuttings, which show irregular rooting or have even completely failed to generate roots.
Quick dip
Finally there is the quick dip method. With this the bases of the cuttings are dipped into the growth substance solution for only a few seconds. However, this method needs a much higher concentration of active ingredient than the other application methods.