Taking cuttings for free plants

[@mswyman100]

I used to lose cuttings to ‘damping off’ until I started watering from the bottom. It makes all the difference in the world. Plus you won’t get over run by fungus knats. I truly hate those little buggers!

[@theflowerfarmer]

True and true!

[@louannbruce6252]

Why, thank you! I’ve started some feverfew seedlings, and I think I’m going to try propagating some of them from cuttings as only a few of the seeds in this package actually germinated. Ha! I won’t be foiled!

[@theflowerfarmer]

let me know if it works x

[@Creekside_Cottage_Garden]

which scented geraniums wpuld you recommend

[@theflowerfarmer]

I v keen on rose of attar x

[@davenadainton4209]

Thank you for this video. May I ask id all the cuttings in 1 pot becomes 1 plant or would I split it please

[@theflowerfarmer]

Yes you can! each cutting becomes an individual plant so I pot them on in the spring and have just planted them into my back door pots x

[@davenadainton4209]

@@theflowerfarmer wow so 6 new plants from 6 new cuttings (providing they all take!) that's amazing. I have done clematis and salvia feline cuttings before, but I'm still learning. Thank you x

[@theflowerfarmer]

@@davenadainton4209 pleasure x

[@jacintabyline]

Thanks Georgie. Great info. I slyly took a few cuttings from the bush roses around our Anzac memorial here in my little NZ town and by chance rather than careful tending they have rooted. I figured if they grow profusely in the spot they're in - they'll do the same in my garden around the corner. Can't wait to try my hand at dahlia cuttings this year.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Happy days x

[@laurawinslow565]

Always love watching! Thank you!

[@theflowerfarmer]

My pleasure x

[@aliceheidecker1853]

I like the way you explain the reasons for doing the things you do.

[@theflowerfarmer]

I like to keep it simple x

[@rollandjoeseph]

Great info I needed, so with rosemary the same rules apply? Thx

[@theflowerfarmer]

Yes, absolutely x

[@aliceheidecker1853]

You are a very wise and wonderful person.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Well I don’t know about that x

[@tammiloving1729]

Another great video, thank you! I have a question regarding the soil: in the US we use “soil“, I believe you call it “compost”. The soil you’re using for these cuttings, I’m wondering if it would be similar to our “seeds starting“ soil, that has minimal fertilizers etc. Or is the soil you’re using typical potting soil for normal planting. You mentioned you do start seeds in it, but I looked it up on the website and their description of it includes slow release fertilizers. Thank you, Tammi @basketofblooms

[@theflowerfarmer]

I start seeds in Sylvagrow general purpose compost - peat free - works very well for me x

[@tinagrivell3977]

Thankyou Georgie, I was both amused and inspired! Love watching all your videos from Gawler, South Australia

[@theflowerfarmer]

Hello Oz! X

[@MusingsFromTheDen]

I've only taken cuttings of my succulents up to now, but I'd recommend that to anyone to get your confidence because it's super easy and very exciting to see your first new leaf. 😊 I didn't realise Amistad leaves were scented! I think I might try that. 😊 I would love a potting shed....actually, an art studio with potting shed/car port attached would be perfect. 😊🎨 🌿

[@theflowerfarmer]

it is exciting isn't it x

[@pamelahaley1675]

I just recently found your channel and I’m enjoying your videos so much! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@theflowerfarmer]

Ah Thankyou x

[@ahavarichardson5426]

Those old plastic pots I use in large garden containers, or under planting trees, in place of rocks! Re-use recycle, upcycle

[@theflowerfarmer]

Always x

[@dorothyhopkins5460]

What about watering over winter? If left in a unheated greenhouse would you water them?

[@theflowerfarmer]

I say water almost counterintuitively little and only water from underneath x

[@tammywinter9268]

Thank you Georgie, I really need to do this. I need to save $. I love to learn from others.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Go for it x

[@bristolveggiebeds5310]

Great video!....I really should give it a try!

[@theflowerfarmer]

You should x

[@alisonschorm7600]

I love listening to you...you are the best!!!

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thankyou x

[@theboojiefarmer]

Ahh, thank you SO much!! 😊

[@theflowerfarmer]

My pleasure x

[@Thefamilyfarm1957]

Thank you

[@theflowerfarmer]

My pleasure x