5 flowers to grow from cuttings this monsoon: Hibiscus, jasmine and more

Home garden flowers: Hibiscus flowers come in a variety of colours, adding vibrancy to your garden (Image: Canva)

This monsoon, take advantage of the weather and try to grow flowers from cuttings. These flowers will thrive in the rain and bring a burst of colour to your garden. Here are some flowers that you can successfully propagate from cuttings during the rainy season:

Hibiscus

Hibiscus flowers come in a variety of colours, adding vibrancy to your garden.

How to propagate:

• Cuttings: Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy, non-flowering stems.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. You can use honey as a rooting hormone, or buy one from the store.
• Planting: Plant in well-draining soil and keep the soil moist.
• Pro tip: Watch out for mealy bugs as they can ruin your hibiscus plants. Treat them regularly with neem oil.

Bougainvillea

This hardy Indian favourite will be the centre point of your garden with its brilliant colours.

How to propagate:

• Cuttings: Use 6-8 inch cuttings from mature stems with a few leaves.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and dip in rooting hormone.
• Planting: Plant in a mixture of sand and compost, and water regularly.
• Pro tip: Bougainvillea’s flower when you cut back on the watering. Keep them away from the rains, if possible.

Jasmine

The rich fragrance from Jasmine flowers will surround your garden and make it an aromatic, peaceful retreat.

How to propagate:

• Cuttings: Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy, semi-hardwood stems.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and dip in rooting hormone.
• Planting: Plant in a mix of soil and compost, and keep the soil moist.

Marigold

Marigolds are easy to grow from cuttings and add cheerful colour to your garden.

How to propagate:

• Cuttings: Use 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy stems
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and optionally dip in rooting hormone.\
• Planting: Plant in well-draining soil and water regularly.

Portulaca

Portulaca is drought-tolerant and thrives in the monsoon season. It is very easy to grow from cuttings and will fill your garden with its bright blooms.

How to propagate:

• Cuttings: Take 3-4 inch cuttings from healthy stems.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and plant directly in soil or a mix of sand and peat.
• Planting: Water lightly and keep in a shaded area until roots develop.

Monsoons are the best time to grow vibrant flowers from cuttings in your garden. Flowers like hibiscus, jasmine and portulaca thrive in the rainy weather, bringing colour and fragrance to your garden.