How to propagate Camellias 🌿🌿 | Using sand and a water bottle.

In this video we look at a simple and inexpensive way to propagate Camellias. We use a small plastic pot, sand, and a water bottle to produce rooted cuttings.
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[@Dr.Warren]

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[@sukbahadurwaiba5883]

Can Camilla grow into hot place

[@kathythompson8057]

Great video. My mom has award winning camellias in her yard. She recently passed away and we are selling her house. I am going to root several of each of her plants before the closing!

[@Dr.Warren]

Root several of each. It is highly unlikely you will have 100% rooting rate. Also, I am also sorry to hear about your mom. I lost my father about two years ago unexpectedly. Losing a parent is hard. Rooting the camellias will be a great way to honor her legacy.

[@marilynsmith4028]

I am planning to propagate a Camilla stem from my great-aunt's yard.. she lived beside me when I was a little girl and now I am a great-grandfather! I enjoyed the video.

[@Dr.Warren]

Take several cuttings. No one gets a 100% success on cuttings.

[@narrowdog6084]

Choose healthy stems to take cuttings from the camellia shrub in late spring or early summer. From the stem tip, count back to the fifth or sixth leaf node and make a slanted cut directly behind the node.

[@deewidya2044]

Thank u for this. I give this video 4 stars coz he didn't explain from the basic (which part to cut) 😉👍

[@doinamaraloi4996]

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[@josiebridges3583]

A car run over my front yard garden bed, mailbox, lamp post and my beloved large camellia bonsai. Thank you for the very helpful video that will help me propagate cuttings from it (just in time).

[@Dr.Warren]

I'm sorry to hear about this. Take several cuttings. No one ever gets a 100% rooting success rate.

[@monicaeberle8505]

So glad I found your channel! Exactly the info about camellia cuttings I needed, thanks!

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words. Happy gardening!

[@marymary5494]

Thank you from North-west Ireland. 👌💕

[@irenbordi9065]

Köszönöm szépen . Ki fogom próbálni az ön módszerét.

[@yuneahn]

Thanks for the details, I will definitely try this.

[@jackhsiehhautecouture]

Love them doctoring of plants.

[@isabelladavis1363]

I use the large vinegar bottles with the bottoms cut out they are frosted looking plastic and put these over a one gallon pot quite large with plenty of room for those cuttings to sprout and grow …leave the caps on with an occasional vent …thank you for sharing ..

[@Dr.Warren]

I like the idea of the large vinegar bottles. I've used milk jugs with success as well.

[@jackfabulous758]

Real good video!!! Going to be visiting grandmas bush later today. Thank you so much. Very helpful!!! 👏🏼🫵🏼

[@Dr.Warren]

It's a good time of year to take cuttings.

[@gombert07]

Fantastic.... beautiful roots

[@lovehappinesssuccess7830]

You hit the nail on the head with memorializing these plants. I have a bush from my Grandmother's yard in Whiteville, NC and I'll be moving soon and want to take it with me. Thanks so much for all of the great details simply put and illustrated!

[@Dr.Warren]

Once you get a flush of spring growth take cuttings from the new growth. You should have a high percentage take root from the new growth cuttings. Thank you for watching. I hope it helps you with your gardening.

[@nixieweave]

the first thing you said is the exactly why I am looking for ways to propagate Camelias, thank you!

[@Dr.Warren]

Hopefully this video helps you

[@maggie-annecoffison2379]

Thanks going out to the garden now.

[@teraanaam]

Great video, I was looking to propagate my beautiful Camelias - this was just right ! I am going to get going now ! Thanks

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words and good luck propagating!

[@irinashopova7581]

Very helpful!

[@thenomadrhodes]

Beautiful. The house my mother lives in was built in the mid 1800 and the land around her house is full of old old Camellias some i've never never seen before, and according to the OGs owners great great grand kids the old man cross bred some of his own camellias so theres some here that dont exist anywhere else and I've been trying to figure out how to make cuttings. Thank you so much.

[@Dr.Warren]

The great thing about cuttings is it doesn't hurt the parent plant.

[@nataliedungeni7971]

Thank you so much!

[@mariakoutromanos262]

Wow love this thank you been trying forever to do this

[@Dr.Warren]

Take several cuttings. No one gets a 100% rooting rate.

[@laurabyrd9903]

Thank you for the step by step yes I have three of the Camellia bushes are miniature trees to route some of my mothers and some my mother-in-law’s. I can’t wait to try this. Thank you so much.

[@Dr.Warren]

Take several cuttings

[@johnsimmons5363]

Awesome video, thank you!!!

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words John. Happy gardening!

[@crazytribe9215]

I am very happy I found your channel. I will be doing exactly what you said. My father has a camellia in his back yard that was grown from a clipping from his grandmother's yard. It's been there for as long as I can remember and I would like to plant one in my yard from that same bush. I'm also from the Auburn area but, I am a bama fan. Roll Tide and thank you for the great information Dr. Warren.

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for watching. Good luck with propagating.

[@jimstokley]

Good job,I appreciate your time and information

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@nataliep222]

Nice video. I like how well you hold things to the camera for us to see. Great name also. Thank you!

[@Dr.Warren]

Thank you for the kind words Natalie. I hope you enjoy the channel.

[@janfrench1841]

Thankyou so much, great video, love the way you put the cuttings etc. close up to the camera so we can see what you are doing.

[@Dr.Warren]

You’re welcome 😊

[@mattiecopeland8741]

Excellent rooting video for rooting camellias.

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words and happy gardening!

[@smmcknnn]

great video, love your method

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words

[@lujanecuvnes3254]

Wow so many roots sprouted out now i know how to propagate my camellia plants once they bear hard stems, thanks so much with this info more power @ god bless

[@Dr.Warren]

Good luck with propagating!

[@zidingyue4235]

Here is my update with your suggestion and your tech. I live in ca and plant the cutting in spring, it takes 7 months to grow roots.

[@roxannelucas8563]

🎉 I'm happy it worked for you

[@gokublack5231]

Found you today and by chance my greatgrandson brought a camellia cutting he got walking from school bus will try and root enjoyed your presentation

[@Dr.Warren]

If you can go back and get 4-5 cuttings. Chances are they will not all take. Best of luck!

[@bethheerten1132]

Just what I needed to know. I want to try propagating some camellias from some old plants. I have had success rooting azaleas, hydrangeas and roses but have not tried camellias. I have heard they are finicky. I think I have the perfect spot to let them root. When we added our deck we moved the old set of steps and put them up against a pin oak in the backyard. It has a full shade canopy and 4 steps to use as shelves. I see from your licence plates that we are from the same county, so environmental conditions should be similar and I hear June is a good month to begin the process. Now, if I can just keep the squirrels away...

[@Dr.Warren]

Let me know how it goes. If you are in the states we are entering "semi hardwood" stage of development on most of the woody shrubs. You should be able to get some good cuttings.

[@roseyroserose9550]

Thank you

[@gardenofreflections]

Thank you for sharing! I definitely will try this, I tried many way to root Camellia, but was not successful. Will support your Chanel! Hope learning from each other

[@jameshaveron4197]

Great video,,,,successful cuttings

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words. Happy gardening.

[@simonroyjonesuk]

Really useful. Thank you.

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words

[@bethheerten1132]

What a satisfying feeling to find roots! They look so healthy. I wonder if early September is too late to try this in zone 8/Alabama, or should so wait until next summer?

[@Dr.Warren]

It's worth a shot to take a handful of cuttings and give it a chance. Really nothing to loose by trying but you could gain a few new plants for free!

[@gardentours]

Very informative 👍 Thank you very much for sharing 🌱

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words

[@justinwarren7643]

Thanks

[@Joelmonterrey]

Woah. The other videos show people going through the process but none of them show any results. Glad to see some receipts here. I'm going to do this method.

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words Joel best of luck propagating!

[@Joelmonterrey]

@@Dr.Warren I'm going to try it out this week, my brotha. I have a few beautiful camellias but one is just overgrown so I have to do this. If it works, I'll do it again with my most beautiful shrubs! Thank you!

[@kriswhite1344]

Great information thanks

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words

[@gosiarhomecooking5123]

Excellent tutorial. Have a great day:)

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words. Happy gardening!!

[@johnkolby5120]

First person I've ever heard call it a Diezani. Lol Great Video

[@Dr.Warren]

LoL. That Alabama accent must have slipped out.

[@cherylpenn4509]

Great video Love the results you received :)

[@Dr.Warren]

Cheryl, thanks for the kind words and happy gardening

[@SandcastleDreams]

Thank you!

[@Dr.Warren]

Take several cuttings. Not even professionals get a 100% rooting rate.

[@SandcastleDreams]

@@Dr.Warren Will do!

[@elliestell2696]

Thank you I have been wondering how to propagate camellias I have a beautiful tree and I would love to make more so congratulation babies and maybe I will have some later on also

[@MsFancy-rx1ur]

April '2023 GREETINGS FROM NEW JERSEY Thanks Doc for sharing❕ I just purchased my first Camellia plant I hope I can propagate successfully❕ 🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱

[@Dr.Warren]

Ms. Fancy! Love the KZbin handle/name. Take several cuttings. It's rare to get a 100% rooting rate.

[@MsFancy-rx1ur]

@@Dr.Warren Thanks Doc ! Crossing my fingers 🤞🤠

[@ashmahembrom]

I just got a cutting of Camellia and I was looking for a video to help me with this. I guess I'm going to try your sand and bottle method. Thank you for the knowledge. Update: This method works. I had two cuttings of Camellia and I tried to root them through this method and it has new leaves in just one month 😁

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for watching. Best of luck

[@mikiknops9667]

Hey how your camellia goes? Did they rooted, how many succeeded? I am gonna do it also today, do you have some additional tip? I want to try and do 30-40 cuttings.

[@ashmahembrom]

@@mikiknops9667 I had two cuttings and both of them rooted. I did all the things exactly as he instructed in the video with just one addition, I added a small amount of soil with the sand. New leaves had started to grow and I couldn't resist so I took out the cuttings and they had small roots. If you want roots like his, maybe keep them in the sand for 2 months or more.

[@mikiknops9667]

@@ashmahembromI couldn't find coarse sand so i did with sandy ground, just first try. If doesn't work next one i do after they flower and till then i ll find good sand.

[@ashmahembrom]

@@mikiknops9667 I think with sand the benefit is that the roots have space to grow into. But I've seen other videos where they have used soil as well. I hope your cutting grows. All the best 😁

[@silvanabernardez5395]

Hello! I have two camellias, a single and a double, that I want to reproduce. Right now, they are in bloom. I know that I must wait for the new shoots to grow to reproduce and cut the new stems for reproduction. I really liked how successful you were. I will try your method. I never tried before. I watched a lot of videos and just found yours. Thank you! Greetings from Puerto Madryn, Patagonia Argentina

[@Dr.Warren]

I was going to say it's unusual for camellias to be blooming right now and then saw you are from Argentina. Given you are on the other side of the equator it makes sense that they are blooming now. Give it a shot. This is a cheap way to propagate. So if they don't take it's not like you are going to be out a lot of money or time. Best of luck!

[@silvanabernardez5395]

@@Dr.Warren That's right: the single camellia blooms in mid-winter, and the double is just beginning to bud. Thank you very much for your answer. Sure I will try! Greetings

[@pshtewan1980]

Thank you very much

[@Dr.Warren]

Best of luck

[@aliceh1636]

I watched this video and was so inspired to try your technique!!! Went to a close friend's house today and took some clippings. It's mid-July, which I realize is not the ideal time to start but I am hopeful! I subscribed to your "channel" a few months ago but haven't received any notifications. When I tried to look you up on KZbin, using "The Plant Doctor" in the search function, another person's videos came up. How can I view your other videos? I appreciate your clear, easy to understand method of teaching and would like to see other planting methods!

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words and best of luck on your cuttings. I will link my channel below this comment

[@Dr.Warren]

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[@grlpwrcr]

Thanks for the video! I found this looking for advice on how to care for Camelias. Can you do a video on Camelia’s maintenance? I have a Camelia Japonica that is of sentimental value to me and for almost 2 years it grew and bloomed really well, now it’s thin, and with brown leaves and I’m not sure how to make it healthy again. I’ve used the recommended fungicide and fertilizer, wondering if it’s time to change it to a bigger pot. Looking forward to seeing more of your channel on Camelias!

[@Dr.Warren]

This is a great idea! I will put it on the "to do" list. KZbin isn't my full time job and I only do 2-4 videos a month. However, I will get to doing a care video.

[@Dr.Warren]

I forgot I already did one. 😂. See link kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6Hdd4OqoaiAbbc

[@grlpwrcr]

@@Dr.Warren just watched it, thank you! 😊

[@ericgoldberg1079]

Great Video, I have an amazing Camelia that’s about 10 years old that make the most amazing HUGE blooms, and it’s maintenance free....I’d like to grow additional bushes throughout my shade yard....where do you find course sand? Can I use playground sand purchased from a big box store? 😳😳😳

[@Dr.Warren]

I bought mine in bulk from a local garden center. I have a large propagation box full of sand. You should be able to find some at lowes or home Depot. I know at my lowes they have course sand in 25lb bags

[@ItsMe-gv2ug]

ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTS!

[@Dr.Warren]

Always a good thing!

[@dentarooski]

Thanks for the video! Can cuttings be started in the winter?

[@passionfruiter3184]

Yes, they will remain dormant until it warms up. Don’t keep them too wet or let them dry out though. That rule still applies. Needs water to stay alive but too much will rot the stem.

[@Dr.Warren]

Yes, but I prefer spring cuttings. I did these in late summer.

[@lindaflinton8967]

Just spotted this video. I have had moderate success with air layering but would like to try this as I have lots of different camélias that I would like to propagate. What sort of temperature is it when you do it this way? I’m in France so I’m guessing end of February is too early to leave them out on my north facing deck. But could leave them in my utility room window also north facing. What do you think?

[@Dr.Warren]

I kept these outside in the shade. Going into this spring try some cuttings with the new growth. You should have a good percentage take root.

[@gardenofreflections]

Subscribed 👏and 👍

[@janette1694]

Great video! From uk scotland-- going to try this just now- it's April time- is this builders sand you used ?,

[@carwashnumber141]

Yes same question 🙋‍♀️ I’m in london and I’m trying to do this but the sand is confusing a bit

[@Dr.Warren]

Yes, any course grain sand should work. Now is the perfect time to be collecting cuttings in the northern hemisphere.

[@grannypat412]

I'm going to try this. I have a favorite camellia that is now in my daughter's garden. I can't find another one the same beautiful color. I hope it works. 😊

[@Dr.Warren]

Take several cuttings.

[@robertc5387]

Excellent video - thanks very much. I’ve never had any luck with camellia cuttings due to rot. Would this same sand method work for other types of cuttings with similar rotting tendencies?

[@Dr.Warren]

I am going to try the same method with Azaleas this spring once new growth hardens off. I will let you know the results

[@zidingyue4235]

Just notice this video. Like the details, just want to know the proper time to do propagation. Thanks

[@Dr.Warren]

I prefer spring cuttings. New growth is the best. But I did these in late summer and they did fine

[@museovertze]

Did the cuttings really only take eight weeks to develop roots?

[@Dr.Warren]

@@museovertze new growth cuttings are key

[@langelatallent5460]

Great video 👍!!! What planting zone are you in? I live in north Georgia zone 7b. Would your instructions still apply in my zone?

[@Dr.Warren]

I'm right across the state line from you I'm on the line between 7b-8a. Wait until you get some new growth and take some cuttings in May. You can do some now but probably will have better success in May.

[@kaymitchell3754]

I would suggest putting the date on the bottle with a permanent marker when the cuttings were planted. Also, if rooting more than one, I would put the write the color of each cutting on the bottle also.

[@Dr.Warren]

Great information

[@carola5256]

Love your channel !!! Trying to propagate a lime tree. We’ll see how it turns out in 6 weeks. And WAR EAGLE 🦅

[@Dr.Warren]

War eagle!!

[@PreachThePoet]

Great reason to propagate 💚 im not out here just greedily snagging clippings of any one everything at Home Depot 😅😅😅😊

[@Dr.Warren]

I'm not telling anyone 🤫😂

[@maestoso47]

Hello Tom! I live in central NC and have gathered cuttings from two Camellia shrubs I would love to grow. I’ve watched this video to try my hand at Camellia propagation again because when I tried with soil, I ended up with the cuttings rotting. I’m hoping sand will be a better medium. My questions are about watering. I’m watering every other day as you’ve recommended, but I’m curious on how much water. It’s been a few days since I started the project, so I’ve watered maybe twice. Do I add enough water to soak the sand indicating the water has spread throughout the entire pot? I did manage to end up with water leaking in the bottom one day. Would that ensure sufficient moisture? I am wary of the cuttings rotting from excess watering. The other question is how firm do I place the cut bottle upon the sand? I know we want to create a greenhouse effect so the less air pockets would be better I’m guessing. Thank you very much for this helpful video!

[@Dr.Warren]

Yes, I watered mine until I had what we call pour through. That is when water comes out of the weep holes in the bottom of the pot. I wouldn't worry too much about root rot. Sand has a poor water holding capacity. One thing I will add is you want to see water condensation on the inside of the bottle. If you don't see condensation your cuttings will dry out. It's ok to occasionally take off the bottle and spritz the leaves. Mixing in a little daconil in your spritz bottle would help with rot as well.

[@cristinamora1778]

Subscribed

[@Dr.Warren]

Thank you Christina

[@janie8713]

Just found you. New sub. Thx

[@Dr.Warren]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jeanegamawilson]

Do I have to use a water bottom and spray the copper fungicide, or I can only use the water bottom with out spray nothing?? Thanks for attention in advance.

[@Dr.Warren]

It really doesn't matter what you are using to apply fungicide. You want to make sure that you get a lite application over the entire plant.

[@SavGHill]

Lovely video, we are going to attempt to propagate some clippings from the lovely camellias in the yard of our house in Georgia. I have a question regarding why our camellias are more treelike than shrub? We have seven in our yard but they are massive all over 20-25 feet tall. We are in a rental home in Augusta and I'm guessing these were original to the home (built in 50s) because of the size of them. Is this just because of age and or lack of care or pruning or are these a different type of plant entirely that I am misidentifying? They are full of gorgeous blooms that look to me like camellias and are currently blooming. Also, War Eagle!

[@Dr.Warren]

Thank you. Camellia size has to do with what cultivar they are. Camellias have been bred so much that there are thousands of cultivars. Some are dwarf and some are giants. Same goes for the multitude of flower colors and shapes. Make sure you take several cuttings because it is highly unlikely that 100% of them will root. I love Augusta and need to get back over there. I may do the Augusta half ironman this year. I went to the Saturday round of the Masters in 2019. I was in landscape Heaven!! I was standing on the 18th tee box when Tiger was making his epic run and he laced one right down the middle. I told my wife "Tiger has that look in his eyes and he is going to win this tournament tomorrow". I was pulling for Matt Kuchar because my wife went to GT and he was in the hunt on Saturday but once I saw Tiger laser focused, I knew it was over. Also, WDE!. The basketball team got a big win on the road last night and for the first time in several years I am excited about the direction the football program is headed.

[@Sycamore_Creek]

This is great! I just took some cuttings and to try this out. When my bushes push new growth in a couple weeks I want to do it again and compare. I however just used regular sand. It’s not course. So I’m curious to see what happens.

[@Dr.Warren]

Danielle, let me know how it goes. Course sand just allows for quicker drainage. I think "play sand" would work. Let me know!

[@ofelia7077]

Great video! Can the method be used for other plants?

[@Dr.Warren]

Yes, typically most "woody" stem plants will do well with this method. I have a playlist dedicated to Propagation with several other plant species included and I am currently filming to add to that list. You may want to check it out.

[@ofelia7077]

Thanks

[@julielehman8883]

Do the cuttings need to be above 70 degrees? Can I propagate them indoors? Our house is set at 69 at night and usually gets up to 74-78 during the day. Do I need a heating mat?

[@naomievlahogeorge7958]

I want to know these answers, too as I have the same indoor conditions. It’s almost 96 degrees out with 51% humidity so I cannot imagine I can do this outside.

[@MomyMora]

It's the beginning of February, could I get some cuttings now or do you recommend I wait a little longer?

[@SarV1]

Im wondering that too. My husband bought me a camillia for valentine's day and I like to cut them into trees, so lots of cuttings will be coming off, but there are buds on it as its about to flower, so Im wondering if now is a good time or not 😬

[@Dr.Warren]

I would wait for some new growth to flush in the spring. Take cuttings from that new growth. It will have what we call adventagous tissue that will more easily convert to root tissue

[@thachvu6665]

Thank you for the details for beginner like me who can follow very well. Could someone please tell me I why in sand? I have potting mix on hand. Can I use that or it’s better with sand. Thanks so much.

[@Dr.Warren]

Sand mainly for drainage. I've tried peat moss based potting mix in the past and have found that the bottom of my cuttings begin to rot.

[@thachvu6665]

@@Dr.Warren thank you

[@lokeshgaur3232]

Very nice rooting in sand. 👌👌🌹🌹🌹 Thanks for sharing What should be the potting mix for growing camellias ?

[@Dr.Warren]

We use pine bark and it does a good job. You don't want anything with a lot of peat because camelias don't like "wet feet".

[@lokeshgaur3232]

@@Dr.Warren Thanks

[@luisah4364]

I live in Zone 9, CA. Very warm already. Should I wait till the end of May? How often do I water the sand around the plant? Is the fungicide a requirement or can I wash the bottle well? Do I apply the fungicide only one time at the beginning of the process and done? Thanks

[@Dr.Warren]

You can wait and get what is known as a "semi hardwood cutting". The goal with watering is to keep the dome with condensation on it at all times. Fungicide would have a more prolonged effect on keeping pathogens from getting into the cutting.

[@missnomer5800]

Impressive 👏 Does it matter what time of year you take the cuttings?

[@Dr.Warren]

I prefer April-June (Opposite if you are in southern hemisphere). But I have had success doing it about anytime of year.

[@missnomer5800]

@@Dr.Warren I'vew done a few cuttings today, fingers crossed :)

[@Andrea-cp8ng]

When is the best time to propagate japonicas? After the flowering? Or in june when the new vegetation is not so tender? Thanks!

[@Dr.Warren]

I prefer more along the may-june timeframe. Spring cuttings are the best

[@liligibson8457]

Thank you for sharing. Please let me know where to buy the sand. I used regular potting soil and the cuttings take roots too.

[@Dr.Warren]

Lowe's usually has it in bags in the garden center.

[@liligibson8457]

@@Dr.Warren Thanks a lot.

[@Dr.Warren]

@@liligibson8457 best of luck!

[@liligibson8457]

@@Dr.Warren Thank you

[@fahimmahmad9731]

I'm going to do same thank you I love camellias thanks for info I'll let you know how I get on with them I've subscribed to your channel n saved your video thumbs up thank you 😊

[@Dr.Warren]

Thanks for the kind words and the sub!

[@jocelynholroyd3268]

Hi, what season did you do your cuttings?

[@SarV1]

He did them in the summer

[@Dr.Warren]

I prefer spring cuttings. New growth does best.

[@suneelbhatt2960]

👍👍👍

[@mikiknops9667]

Great tutorial, best from all i watched till now because explains where to keep it and how to keep it moist. I live in Netherlands and i got 7 feet high beautiful bushy camellia. How much water you give them every other day?

[@Dr.Warren]

Enough to saturate the sand. The main thing is you want to see condensation on your bottle at all times.

[@mikiknops9667]

@@Dr.Warren Thank you, i ll do that.

[@mikiknops9667]

Look like it is working even i did with ground that is recommended for that and no sand because couldn't find it. I am 4 weeks now since started and I see new leaves coming out. I will wait 4 weeks more and then pull them out, but I am so happy it works and i see things happening on all 4 cuttings. I let you know when is done how it worked. Thanks so much for video!

[@mikiknops9667]

It did not work for me, after 8 weeks i pulled them out of ground because one of them was getting black leaves and it did not have any roots. All of them had 0 roots, i guess it was wrong time to try to get cutting, flowerers are formed just not opened yet. I will try again in few weeks when flowers fall off.

[@Dr.Warren]

@@mikiknops9667 if you are in the northern hemisphere it is a good time to try. Lots of vegetative new growth that roots easier.

[@AnonYmous-bv3cn]

Can you make several cutting a from just one stem? Or what are the guidelines for making cuttings? I want to try this after my birthday in June.

[@Dr.Warren]

I typically use terminal ends. You might get a non terminal cutting to take but you are going to be losing a lot of moisture through the cut on top.

[@Ashley-ti6mp]

What is the maximum thickness of the brand that would be most successful?

[@Dr.Warren]

I try to stay in the 1/4"-1/2" range

[@romaineszabo7362]

Thank you, ive got 2 camellia trees and tried propagation but failed.

[@clncaaquintero3595]

when can you do cuttings and propagate, is fall time ok?

[@Dr.Warren]

The best time is late spring and early summer. But I have done fall cuttings and they will root. It might just take a little longer.

[@myz4527]

👍

[@user-nx2wf1ml7y]

Can I use a grow light?

[@Dr.Warren]

It probably wouldn't hurt

[@DerMatze86]

I use coconut swelling tablets and Clonex Gel instead of Rooting Powder. I also bought a small greenhouse that has a grow light and thermostat+heating mat. There is space for 10 swelling tablets, otherwise I do everything as in the video. The plants are doing well, have gotten better color than the mother plant and some even had new leaves coming out of the buds at first. But after 19 weeks still no roots. It's just something like buds underground on the cuttings. Does anyone have a tip what I can improve?

[@Dr.Warren]

Sorry for the delay Ive been on vacation. Those buds underneath is what we call scarification. They will develop into roots. Sometimes it just takes a little time.

[@DerMatze86]

@@Dr.Warren All right, then I'll be patient. But I learned a new term. thanks. ;)

[@Dr.Warren]

@@DerMatze86 never stop learning. I try to learn one new thing everyday.

[@riasantos5820]

Hi. I’m in the Bay Area (CA). What kind of sand should we get?

[@Dr.Warren]

You should be able to pick up a bag of course sand at a Lowe's or home Depot. The main thing is you don't want anything that is super fine. You want something that has some larger pieces and some "grit" to it. Check the outdoor section. There should be some around the bags of mulch and rock.

[@riasantos5820]

@@Dr.Warren Thank you!

[@ThreeFootCircle]

Appreciate your video. Central Florida...when do you suggest taking cuttings?

[@dellycollins8]

Instead of using sand could you use ericaceous potting compost?

[@Dr.Warren]

It might work? It would definitely be a great mix once you had roots going.

[@billyjones9620]

It is first of March, and in in zone 8B. Can I take cuttings from my camellia and gardenias and stick them in pots, putting them on north side of building, but not put in them in a plastic container?

[@Dr.Warren]

Holding humidity is the main reason for having a covering over your cuttings. It might work on the north side of a house with no cover if the weather stays wet

[@linaipo276]

Any plans can do the same way?

[@Dr.Warren]

Not necessarily. Different plants require different environmental inputs to root from cuttings

[@birgitmueller8422]

Can I use builders sand?

[@Dr.Warren]

I would be willing to give it a chance. Your percentage to root may not be as high but if you did 10 cuttings I would think several would root.

[@birgitmueller8422]

@@Dr.Warren thank you 😊 just found your message now. Much appreciated 👌😁

[@carennash9853]

Can you use a large cutting?

[@Dr.Warren]

I wouldn't use anything over maybe 8-10 inches. Without diving into plant physiology, in general a smaller cutting will root more often than a larger cutting.

[@Nikkioq]

From this size, once roots start, how long does it take to get about 3 foot tall?

[@Dr.Warren]

Great question! Camellias grow slow. You are looking at 2-3 years to get to what I would call a "retail shrub size".