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| Hello Everyone -
I'm making my first attempt at propagating Hydrangea cuttings and had a couple of questions. The method I used was based upon instruction I received from various Internet sites: Clipped a 6" branch, cut off lower leaves and left two up top, and sliced them in 1/2. I placed the cutting in a shaded pot with moist soil w/root tone, and covered with another cup. I now have about 7 pots sitting in shade and I'm hoping they root. In the event that they do, what's the next step? It's August, I live on Long Island (Zone 7). How long should they stay in the pot? How often should they be watered? Do I plant prior to the winter? Does anyone have some suggestions ? Thanks in advance! |
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| I would expect roots maybe around 3 weeks or earlier but when cold temperatures arrive, you will have to protect them indoors (and I understand that is difficult) or you can put them pots&all in a hole outside & cover them with mulch or you can put the pots near the foundation and cover them with clay pots thru the winter. |
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| Thank you for your response. Any suggestions on how frequently I should be watering them now? They are located in a shady area under and overhang, so I'm not sure they're getting much rain water. Thanks again. |
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| If your rooting medium is somewhat moist, you should be ok with just misting the leaves every other day or so. I agree with Luis to keep them in pots and partially bury them with lots of mulch. Best of luck! |
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