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Leaves and buds but no roots

14 years ago

Hi All:

Can anyone explain to me the following phenomena ?

Early last fall I put 6 cuttings in a plastic jar, filled it with water and a bit of compost soil. Kept it in the garage, out of sight and forgot about it. Just a few days ago I found the jar with the cuttings, and much to my surprise they all had fresh buds or leaves but NO ROOTS. No roots in sight.

I always thought that roots were essential, and the first step for any cutting to come to life.

Just a short time ago, I decided not to push my luck any further, and planted them individually in 20 gal planters that have good soil and compost, at a somewhat sheltered location outdoors.

I welcome your comments and thoughts about this mini-miracle.

Thanks

Janoyan

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dieseler
14 years ago
Sounds like the scion was in a type of dormant stage in garage thru the winter such as like when a person stores them in the refrigerator.
Leaves sometimes appear before roots, as things warm up it may or may not get roots eventually.
Martin
janoyan
Original Author
14 years ago
Thanks for your input, Martin.
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