Friday, November 13, 2009

How do I start a rhododendron from a cutting?

Take a cutting of about 6-8 inches of new growth. Strip off most of the leaves, leaving only the top few to cut down on water loss but saving a few for photosynthesis. Dip the cut ends in a rooting hormone. Put about three inches of the stem into a potting medium of 1/2 potting soil and1/2 sand. Keep the cutting in a warm place out of direct sunlight. Water enough to keep the soil moist. You should have well rooted plants in about two weeks. I would suggest that you root several cuttings to assure success. If you wind up with more plants than you need, give one to a neighbor and make her day. Good Luck


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