By: Norm Stewart
Submitted: 2010-11-02 22:20:19 | Word Count: 454
Use rose cuttings to your advantage. Doing that might sound a bit daunting but when you are well informed and well prepared, you will find yourself pleased with the result.
Rooting rose cuttings have a high achievement rate if you only follow the basic instructions.This article will give you helpful tips and a trouble free procedure in rooting rose cuttings.
· Accurate Timing
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Roses can be rooted at any time in any year but November to February is usually better for greenhorn gardeners given its cooler temperatures.
· Proper Procedure
The stem tips that have just bloomed is usually the most hassle free part to root. The flower heads should be removed to the first set of healthy leaves. Rose cuttings should be 6 to 8 inches long and be cut with a sharp knife or sharp pruning shears at about 45 degrees angle.
Always put into mind that the cuttings are very sensitive and should never be exposed to extreme cold or heat. The rose cuttings must be dried up. Stacking your cutting the earliest will increase the chances of achievement significantly.
· Boost the Cuttings
Willow water may be used for newly stuck cuttings.Rooting hormones can also be used to increase the roots per cutting and the likelihood of achievement of cutting to root.
· The accurate and proper location
Look for a place that does not have too much direct sunlight as it can damage your rose.Indirect yet bright sunlight is the right way to go.
· Tools
The soil should be sandy. The sandy soil should be amended with upto1/3 peat moss, or pine bark (or any similar material). Growth of leaves should be removed on the lower half of the cutting. All cuttings must be stuck in the equipment/soil.
· Specialized Care
Cuttings should not be allowed to dry out once stuck. Make sure that the cuttings are watered daily. If your rose plant is located in a very cold environment, make sure that you shelter the cuttings several hour per day.
The cutting will sprout roots after 1 to 2 month of being stuck. This is a decisive time but can be easily controlled with just regular watering. It is advisable to leave the cutting for a year before relocating it.
Rooting rose cuttings can be effortless as long as you are well - educated. This winter may mark the beginning of your journey towards becoming an specialist in rooting rose cuttings.
Author Resource:-
Norm Stewart is an expert Rose flower grower for 20 years and loves to share some valuable, professional tips to interested rose enthusiasts all over the world. Claim Norm’s popular FREE eCourse available at http://www.caringforrosesmadesimple.com
