When is the best time to take cuttings for roses? How to take cuttings?

1. Cutting time

It is best to take cuttings in late spring or early autumn, specifically between April to May and September to October. The temperature and humidity in these two stages are very conducive to rooting, survival and later growth.

2. Cutting method

1. Cuttings of young shoots: Young shoots grow vigorously in spring, so cuttings are carried out in spring. Break off the new buds with full buds, then poke a few small holes in the prepared potting soil with chopsticks, and put the new buds in. Don't put in too deep, just one-third of the cuttings. Finally, water it thoroughly, cover it with plastic wrap to keep it moist, lift the film twice a day to ventilate it, and it will take about half a month to take root.

2. Branch cuttings: Branch cuttings can be carried out in spring or autumn. Choose healthy branches without any disease, leaving only two compound leaves and removing the rest to reduce water loss. Before inserting, apply some rooting powder on the cut, then insert it into the potting soil. The insertion depth should be about two-thirds of the branch. Then water it thoroughly, cover it with plastic film, and place it in a sunny place to keep it warm and moist.