How to Make Your Own Rooting Hormone
When starting a new plant from a leaf or stem cutting, the
cutting will be more likely to form roots and create a new plant if a rooting hormone is used.
While commercial rooting hormone can be used there are
organic homemade versions that work as well.
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To make rooting hormone soak the yellow-tipped shoots of a
weeping willow tree in water. A tea made from the bark of a willow tree is also effective. When using the shoots or
bark soak them for 24 hours prior to using.
Some people have found that using honey makes an effective
rooting hormone as well.
Stem cuttings: These are treated just like leaf cuttings
except you cut off a stem with several leaves instead of just one leaf. Remove the bottom leaves, leaving a few at
the top. Proceed as with the leaf cutting.
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In both instances cover the pot with a plastic bag or
inverted glass jar. This will keep moisture from evaporating and keep the cutting from wilting. Keep in a
warm location with diffused light but out of direct sunlight. When there is indications of growth after about 3
to 6 weeks, transplant the new emerging plant into a new pot of potting soil. Continue to keep a humid environment for
about 2 more weeks until active growth begins.
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Author: Marilyn Pokorney Freelance writer of science, nature, animals and the environment.
Also loves crafts, gardening, and reading. Website: http://www.apluswriting.net
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