How to Propagate Roses

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Roses are considered to be some of the most beautiful flowers in the world. It is a plant that comes up each year, a "perennial," and produces flowers. There are now more than 100 species of this plant. Rose plants can form bushes, trees or climbing vines and come full size and in "mini" varieties. Their flowers come in a full spectrum of colors from pure white to deep red and everything in between. If you have a favorite rose plant and you would like to propagate it, there are a few very simple steps to take; no special tools or equipment are needed except for good, sharp gardening shears or knife, a few pots and some cover material.

  1. Locate a stem that is about 1 foot (30 cm) long; it should have at 3 or more buds.
  2. Cut the stem piece off your rose plant at least 6 inches (15.2 cm) long, keeping the 3 buds on the cutting.
  3. Remove all the leaves from near the bottom of the stem.
  4. Apply rooting compound (optional) to the bottom of the stem cutting.
  5. Insert the stem cutting into the ground or a flower pot.
  6. Press the stem cutting about 2 to 3 inches (5.1 to 7.6 cm) into the dirt.
  7. Cover the stem with a wide-mouthed glass jar or a plastic soda bottle that has had the top and neck removed.
  8. Water the soil around the container to ensure that the stem will remain moist.
  9. Wait about 2 months for the stem to grow roots and begin growing leaves.

Cuttings and Baggy Covers

  1. Fill 2-inch (5.1 cm) plastic flower pots with potting soil.
  2. Locate a stem that is about 1 foot (30 cm) long; it should have at 3 or more buds.
  3. Cut the stem piece off your rose plant at least 6 inches (15.2 cm) long, keeping the 3 buds on the cutting.
  4. Remove all the leaves from near the bottom of the stem.
  5. Apply rooting compound (optional) to the bottom of the stem cutting.
  6. Insert your stem halfway to the bottom of the pot.
  7. Place the pot into a 1-gallon (3.79 L) plastic baggy.
  8. Place a few wooden sticks inside the baggy to prevent it from folding on itself and the stem, and to keep it full of air; this helps prevent rotting.

After Rooting

  1. Remove the cuttings from the rooting area once roots being to take hold (you can do this only with the potted stems unless you can very carefully move the ones planted in the ground without damaging them).
  2. Place the pots in a cool area with shade; avoid direct sunlight.
  3. Move your plants to a brighter area after roots have become more established and larger.

Tips

  • Always use a very sharp knife or garden shears to avoid crushing and damaging your parent plant.
  • It is important that your cuttings receive enough sunlight and moisture to propagate. Make sure that the covered stems receive enough water but avoid too much as they will rot. Ensure that they get enough sunlight but be careful to not have them in direct sun during the hottest part of the day, such as around noon.
  • Cuttings are best taken and propagated in spring during warm weather. Even early summer is fine as long as it's not very hot and dry.
  • If you are reusing pots, be sure to thoroughly clean them with soap and water to get rid of any bacteria or mold from moisture and soil (or even old plant parts).
  • Even when not overwatering, sometimes rose stems may rot before rooting. To prevent this, use a soil that is free-draining. Soil mixes that are up to one half perlite drain very well.

Things You'll Need

  • Rose plant with stems and buds
  • Sharp garden cutting shears or knife
  • Flower pots or area in garden for planting
  • Potting soil
  • Rooting compound (optional)
  • Wide-mouthed glass jars, plastic jugs or plastic baggies
  • Gardening gloves
  • Water
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