Description

Rootex 6 (50g) – Professional Rooting Hormone for Strong, Healthy Root Formation

Rootex 6 is a high-quality synthetic rooting hormone specially formulated to accelerate root formation in plant cuttings. Designed for use in propagation of softwood, semi hardwood, and hardwood cuttings, it enhances rooting speed, increases the number of root hairs, and improves plant establishment. Rootex 6 is widely used by commercial growers, greenhouse operators, and nursery owners across Kenya and beyond.

This product comes in a 50 gram powder formulation and is ideal for use on vegetables, fruits, ornamentals, and forestry plants. Rootex 6 offers consistent results and can be applied through direct dipping or mixing with water for soaking purposes. Whether you are rooting tomatoes, roses, tea, or tree seedlings, Rootex 6 gives you a significant advantage in propagation.

Key Benefits of Rootex 6

• Stimulates rapid root initiation in plant cuttings
• Enhances uniform root development and structure
• Improves transplant survival and early plant vigour
• Compatible with a wide range of crop species
• Increases success rate of both difficult and common-to-root plants
• Reduces rooting time by up to 50 percent in ideal conditions
• Easy to use with either dry dipping or solution application

Suitable Applications

• Softwood cuttings – herbs, flowers, tomatoes
• Semi hardwood cuttings – passion fruit, roses, citrus, coffee
• Hardwood cuttings – grapes, avocados, mangoes, bougainvillea
• Tree seedlings – eucalyptus, grevillea, pine, cypress

How to Use Rootex 6

Method 1: Powder Dipping

• Moisten the base of the cutting
• Dip the cut end about 1 to 2 centimeters into the powder
• Shake off excess powder gently
• Plant the treated cutting immediately into a moist rooting medium

Method 2: Solution Soaking

• Dissolve 1 gram of Rootex 6 in 1 liter of clean water
• Soak the cuttings for 10 to 30 minutes depending on the crop type
• Remove and plant in a well-prepared nursery bed or rooting tray

Ideal Rooting Media

• Sand and sawdust mix in 1:1 ratio
• Coco peat or peat moss for sensitive plants
• Sterilized forest soil with compost
• Vermiculite or perlite mixtures

Propagation Environment Tips

• Maintain high humidity by using a polythene tunnel or shade net
• Provide light shade to protect tender cuttings
• Water regularly without over soaking
• Monitor for diseases like damping off and fungal rot

Recommended Crops

• Vegetables – tomatoes, capsicum, eggplant
• Fruits – avocado, grapes, mango, pawpaw, passion fruit
• Flowers – roses, bougainvillea, hibiscus, chrysanthemum
• Forestry – eucalyptus, cypress, grevillea, pine

Why Rootex 6 is Trusted by Growers

• Reduces propagation failure rates significantly
• Improves consistency and reliability in nurseries
• Reduces time to market for seedlings and cuttings
• Field tested across Kenyan climates and propagation systems
• Used by certified nurseries and greenhouse professionals

Storage and Handling

• Keep Rootex 6 in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Do not expose to moisture or use wet tools in the container
• Keep out of reach of children and animals
• Seal tightly after each use to maintain effectiveness

Precautionary Measures

• Do not inhale powder directly or allow contact with eyes
• Wash hands thoroughly after handling
• Do not use on edible parts of plants or food crops
• Use gloves and mask during large scale propagation

Farmer Testimonials

Growers in Limuru, Thika, Kitale, and Meru report exceptional rooting success with Rootex 6. It is especially praised for rooting passion fruit cuttings, roses, and grape vines. Many have noted increased survival during transplanting and reduced propagation losses. Nursery owners recommend it for batch propagation due to its uniformity and fast action.

Where to Buy Rootex 6 (50g)

You can find Rootex 6 at major agro-dealers in Kenya or order online through the Totalease Ventures Agrochemicals Section. Nationwide delivery is available and usage support is provided for free upon purchase.

Usage Note

Rootex 6 is a plant growth regulator and should be used strictly for propagation. It is not a fertilizer or pesticide and should not be applied to fully grown crops or leaves.

Certification and Approval

Rootex 6 is used in accordance with the propagation guidelines recommended by local agricultural extension officers and complies with Kenyan agricultural standards for nursery use. For additional safety and handling protocols, consult a certified agronomist.