Propagation Techniques
Propagating your Angel Trumpet is both easy and rewarding. The seeds from these plants are slow to germinate, but they do have a high germination rate and grow fairly quickly. The trick to propagation with seeds I to keep them moist and be patient.
Cuttings are very easy to root. Just dip them in rooting hormone, put them in a good soiless mix and water. Within a few weeks you will see new leaves develop which is a sure sign that your cutting is beginning to root.
Another option available if you have limited space is to save the seeds by placing a pantyhose or similar material over the seedpod and allowing it to open naturally. Once the seeds are dry, you should either freeze or refrigerate the seeds until you are ready to plant them.
The liquid inside the seedpod is extremely dangerous, and should not be touched with bare skin.
You can also take a cutting, dip it in rooting hormone, roll it in newspaper, and store it in a dark, dry space. Cuttings from these plants have been known to root up to two years after they have been stored in this way.
I believe you will find Angel Trumpet's an easy and rewarding plant to grow.
Suggested Reading:
Engels-Trompeten. Brugmansia Und Datura (Angels Trumpet. Brugmansia and Datura), U. Priebel, H.G. Priebel; Format: Hardcover 2nd edition, 141pp.; ISBN: Out Of Print; Publisher: Pub. Date: January 1997
Genetic and Biochemical Aspects of the Development of Datura, Marie Eckhardt Conklin, A. Wolsky; Format: Paperback, 170pp.; ISBN: 3805523076; Publisher: S. Karger AG Pub. Date: January 1976
Related Links:
Brugmansia Information Menu http://home.att.net/~perennials/menu.html
Caring For Your Brugmansia http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/trop...
The Bulb Lady-Fanfares in the garden-Introducing the Angel's Trumpet http://www.dutchbulbs.com/bulblady/news/...
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