Callistemon and air-layering?

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Callistemon and air-layering?

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Hi all, I have set three air-layers on an old Callistemon today. I was wondering how successful I may be in layering this species of tree?
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I have done quite a few and usually all are successful and pretty quick too.
I did mine in winter and they only took 2 months or so. Used the plastic wrap Method

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G' Day
This is one of the air layer on Callistemon I did Melbourne cup day and how it is today.
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Even though it is due to remove on Australia day i hope to keep it another 2-3 weeks more. Because after care of my trees are minimum in my holiday period and also I feel it is too hot from previous experience. Any suggestions are welcome.

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What was your experience with the air layer? I have got one ow but not sure whether the time is right to cut it off now or wait for cooler autumn?
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If it has roots enough to support it then take off now so the roots will sharden off before winter

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Most layers can survive with relatively few roots and Callistemon is no exception. I find that Callistemon actually prefer to be repotted in summer so don't worry too much about the temps, just keep the water up afterwards.
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Thanks Ken, Shibui
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