Propagating Roses from Bouquet Cuttings

[Blueberry Acres]

Small update:
They’re still alive; I hope there are some roots growing down there!

Here is a tiny node that will (hopefully!) grow some leaves...

 

[Carol Dee]

@Blueberry Acres Here I go!!! DH will try to start the last 6 roses in bananas?

The Valentine's roses are done.

Milk jug bottom with soil.

Cut 2 of each color.

Honey and cinnamon.

All 6 in soil.

Covered and ready to set in under grow lights.

 

[Blueberry Acres]

@Blueberry Acres Here I go!!! DH will try to start the last 6 roses in bananas?

The Valentine's roses are done.
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Milk jug bottom with soil.
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Cut 2 of each color.
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Honey and cinnamon.
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All 6 in soil.
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Covered and ready to set in under grow lights.
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Please keep updating as they grow!

 

[Phaedra]

Just a reminder, the leaves that are growing at this moment can't count - they are there because of the energy still in the stem. One of the positive signals is -- the stem doesn't become black. Any turns black has to be discarded, because they rot. This needs some frequent check, but in my experiences, if they keep green for 3-4 weeks, it's a very good sign.

 

[Phaedra]

@Blueberry Acres Here I go!!! DH will try to start the last 6 roses in bananas?

The Valentine's roses are done.
View attachment 64181
Milk jug bottom with soil.
View attachment 64182
Cut 2 of each color.
View attachment 64183
Honey and cinnamon.
View attachment 64184
All 6 in soil.
View attachment 64185
Covered and ready to set in under grow lights.
View attachment 64186

Will you keep the cap off all the time? The moisture level might be a bit dangerous if it's always off.

I once tried to cover the pot with a plastic bag (with holes), and the cuttings didn't make it because of molds, even the strongest mum cuttings failed. Unless the environment is extremely dry, keeping some fresh air will be good for the propagation.

 

[Carol Dee]

Thank you for the tips @Phaedra

Please keep updating as they grow!

I will.

 

[Blueberry Acres]

Just a reminder, the leaves that are growing at this moment can't count - they are there because of the energy still in the stem. One of the positive signals is -- the stem doesn't become black. Any turns black has to be discarded, because they rot. This needs some frequent check, but in my experiences, if they keep green for 3-4 weeks, it's a very good sign.

Thanks for the tips @Phaedra !

One of the cutting started turning black, so I decided to remove it. I also took off the jar to get more air flow in there.

 

[Carol Dee]

I just got a good look at mine. One is turning black so I will pull it. Two have nice new growth. I will try to post pics soon.

 

[Carol Dee]

Started 2/28 and are looking like this today.

 

[Carol Dee]

My husband tried starting some in bananas! As far as I can tell the only thing growing are fruit flies.
10 (ish) days ago.


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