Winter Time Plant Propagation (Hardwood Cuttings)

[@cathyanderson8197]

Boy Mike you are just the greatest teacher I have ever had. You have transformed my life - thank you for listening to the voice inside to help all of us trying to learn and just need someone just MAKE IT SO SIMPLE instead of so complicated you feel like quitting. Bless you and your entire family for your hard hard endless work.

[@marksike8701]

Your love for animals and plants are just adorable. You are a sweet man! Thanks for the advice!

[@ameliablake9268]

Started a nursery here in northern Az last year 2020. This information is golden, thank you so much. Softwood cuttings are very difficult here because of our very low humidity so hardwood is the way to go. We will be building a propagation bed in the back this fall and filling it up!

[@pedroclaro7822]

Hows it coming along

[@tomhollingsworth9328]

I ran across your comment from 2020 about starting a nursery, I was wondering if you would be willing to give me an update on how it has gone. I am in NW Georgia and am thinking about starting one.

[@wildchookMaryP]

I don't get sick of watching these videos. I have been trying them and I did great with my first lot. I am now the proud mama of roses, gardenia and carnations. I am going to do more this year. Thanks Mike.

[@jamilkhan-bo7dx]

kentaaa

[@davidbinner3391]

I have followed many of your tips and have been extremely successful. I love watching your videos and learning from you. Keep up the great work!

[@mickez3993]

God bless you bro. Great upload. peeps need to learn how to survive off the land in todays horrible times

[@kieroneyles1026]

I like your description of your cuttings as your savings account, it makes sense to make money at what you are good at, I have now done some cuttings this winter, December 2020,i have done yew, holly, rhododendron, spruce, and fuchsia, in spring I will have my buyers ready, thanks Mike for your excellent knowledge, and inspiration, from kieron in Halifax England.

[@gerriwohltmann339]

Hi There Mike - I just discovered you in 2020 and appreciate your expertise and experience so much. Will definitely try your successful technique.

[@rosablancas9349]

You're my favorite garden guy, Mike. Thanks :)

[@jlnriddick]

Hi Mike, Not sure if you'll even see this as it's such an old video, but first I have to say... I just love you for taking the time to share all your knowledge with us! I'm doing some Sand Cherry hardwood cuttings right now (Oct. 2020), and this video was perfect for me. Thank you so much! One question... Can you grow Japanese Maples from hardwood cuttings in the same manner? I'm planning to collect the seeds from my Japanese Maple as well, and try to grow them from seeds, but I was wondering if they also grow from hardwood cuttings? If anyone else who's reading this knows, I'd be so grateful for an answer. Thanks again Mike. All the Best to you and your family!

[@user-bw8df9fb4o]

I came across this video with the same question haha. Did you have any luck trying this method with Japanese Maples?

[@jlnriddick]

@@user-bw8df9fb4o Hi D, I never gave it a try, but I know of another channel that has done Japanese Maples from seed, from stem cuttings (over the summer), and from potting up the little seedlings that pop up in spring under, and around a Jap Maple. He has already committed to doing hardwood cuttings this winter (2022) to get everyone familiar with the process He must have hundreds of Japanese Maples at this point! The channel's name is "Jonny Maple', and there isn't much he doesn't know about Japanese Maples!. Just as a side note, I think Mike's ideas for starting hardwood cuttings are also excellent.

[@plantguy902]

Good practice to cut the basal ends on a 45° for 2 purposes: 1. To know what way is up & 2. To increase calus/root formation and rooting success. Enjoyed your video! Happy growing everyone

[@christinestraub1994]

Hi Christine here, Im just 50 miles south of the Chicago land area, just a newbie at all this but Love the fact that youd take the time to teach and share your methods!!!!! Ive started with my favorites Annabelle Hydrangeas and cant wait for my little plant sale I plan to have come Spring 2016, my yard has transposed over the past 10 years as an avid gardener with a lot of varieties of plants and flowers, so now my "Yard waste" can bring me some money! Cant thank you enough for the inspiration, and trust me Im coming by the nursery if ever Im in Ohio! Keep the videos coming!!!!

[@fortheearth]

I loved watching this easy, friendly instructional on cutting propagation. Best wishes for a great gardening season!

[@peterstevens6555]

Merry Christmas from Auckland, New Zealand ...

[@petermelia6343]

Thank you! Mike; your videos have really helped me get our nursery started.

[@BlackSeranna]

Thank you Mike! For two years I have been trying to save some 100 year old pear trees at my brother's farm. I had almost lost hope. I live so far away and the one promising technique I tried, I missed the window for getting retrieving them. I will share that technique here for your perusal. I found it in a rose book from the 1950's. This lady would take a branch, score it vertically near a node, put the root hormone on there, although, since this technique was used in ancient China, it would probably work without the hormone as well. Then, slightly damp moss was layered around the scored branch, and then a plastic wrap which was impregnated with anti-fungal spray (back then, there was a wrap sold over the shelf but the product is defunct). The plastic wrap was then anchored around the branch, protecting the moss, etcetera, from the elements. All of this was done while the branch is still attached to the rose. In a few weeks, you would see roots forming through the moss, and that's when you'd cut the branch off and plant it in the ground. I got results, but like I said, I never made it back in time to retrieve it from the farm due to a bunch of drama with my sister-in-law and also my own health. I will continue to try tho. I think I am getting closer. I will do your technique this year, as it only requires one trip to the farm to retrieve the branches.

[@EricThompson-gs9ce]

BlackSeranna this is called "air layering". Good luck with that. Im trying to graft from a 80 year old tree I left when we had to move. It was also a peartree.

[@missysoaps7509]

Mike thank you. Excellent multitasking, giving instructions while petting and feeding assistants!

[@carynludwig6667]

Great information! I live in Montana, and it is wonderful to find how to videos dealing with cold climates! It doesn’t appear that the cuttings done in pots suffer any damage? I was preparing to bury my pots in the ground, just to provide a little more protection, but you said you didn’t do that, and have good success anyway. Thank you for the video. I’ve subscribed and will see what other nuggets of wisdom you have for me! 👍

[@jenniferfitzgerald369]

Wow!!! I have been trying to figure out this information all day long!!! I just wasn't at the correct source!!! I'm beyond grateful for all the amazing knowledge you have just passed down in this 1 video!!! New Sub, can't wait to binge watch the rest... after I hurry up and get my hardwood cuttings in the sand!! Of course! Lol! Thanks a million!!!! This was simple, straight to the point, no nonsense or fluff!!! Just right! Thanks again!!! 💕💜❤️

[@coffeewithroomforcream]

I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge. I'm trying to convert an old 3 acre cow pasture to native woodland, shrubs, and meadow areas, but I can't afford to go out and buy everything to fill it up. I'm hoping to take some cuttings from the woods and hedgerows around our house and get them started this winter. Thank you for this video!

[@chriskourlos4407]

Hi Mike, teacher. Wow I have been trying to grow clippings from cuttings and 3 yrs. But no growth. I keep trying. I bought your course like 6 yrs ago. I keep trying but maybe need help. Glad to see you still uploading. Take care and God bless. Student christos kourlos.👍

[@markstevenson9080]

I tried it and it worked beautifully! Thank you for sharing your wisdom!

[@videosbyjimjo8462]

"I don't push the proccess" Great advice.

[@niftythriftybits3727]

This reminded me to go to my Mother's old home place to gather some hardwood cuttings to bring home to our home. Thanks for the reminder!

[@FrankBoston]

Very glad I found your channel. This was my first video and can't wait to backtrack as well as see what's ahead.

[@dirkmcgurk3173]

Great channel Mike! How much should you water the hardwood cuttings during the winter with the above propigating method?

[@fadeddenims501]

I have tried a few different ways to propagate hardwood cuttings. It is still in the process, so I am not sure if what I am trying will work, but I wish I had watched this video first because you offer a way to do the propagation outdoors! I thought propagation had to be done in somewhat of a sheltered area. I will pay closer attention to your videos. Wonderful information! Thank you!

[@kamatchiswaminathan9839]

fadeddenims501

[@dscottpoe4882]

Thank you dearly for all your advice. Folks like me certainly appreciate all your instruction.

[@Logginit]

I love your propagating techniques....great video's Mike! Thank you!

[@coldhardysucculentswithkdw4988]

I like re watching all the old vid's too. Thanks Mike!

[@stevemorse108]

Thanks for the interesting idea of planting cuttings in sand....I have never heard if this before, Greetings from Switzerland.

[@halfwayuphill]

Sounds like it's going to be a great year, I will definitely stay tuned to this channel.

[@bettyarslanian2281]

hi there, I have few cuttings of vibernum bodnantense dawn. it has flowers on it and smells lovely. I plan to strip them off the flowers and make them like hardwood cuttings like you've shown and stick them in a pot. I hope they grow.

[@taurusgemini555]

Thanks so much for posting these videos! Awesome refresher course, and frankly, you're teaching more than some of my college professors ever did (and a much better method...so practical & methodical). Will check out the rest of your videos.

[@adm6785]

Thank you! I’ve been dying to start growing something. I’m in the blue ridge mountains. Frost date is April 20 so it’s usually a long wait to get started for me. 😞 I also have two min donkeys, Lola and Jolene. More fun than my dogs. 😂

[@andyst.michael6643]

Hi Mike. Love to watch all your lessons about plants. I am retired now and looking for things to pass my time. I watched your video about propagation of hardwood plants. I have Lilac plants that I would like to spread around my property. Can I propagate Lilacs or dig some up and transplant them around my yard. Keep up the great videos.Andy from Renfrew Ontario

[@guloguloguy]

....FANTASTIC!!! I WANT TO DO THIS WITH MANY LOCALLY "NATIVE" SHRUB SPECIES!!!........

[@tailzzzzz]

My husband destroyed some of my favorite shrubs by letting the weeds get too tall. They are all distorted with crossing branches, some even with mold. Love this video. I'm trying to salvage what I have, but this gives me hope that I'll have success creating new plants.

[@kylesanders9598]

Yeah, it's your husband's fault.

[@robjohn6943]

Mike thank you for all the videos. They are very informative and very useful.

[@garythorsell5061]

Hi Mike great video you make it sound like anyone can do this thanks going to try myself this winter😊

[@BillLowenburg]

Love it! Thank you for generously sharing your experience, Mike!

[@WillowsGarden]

Thanks Mike, I always learn something new on your channel. Wishing you and your family all the best in 2015, take care and God Bless!

[@Thankful_.]

Willows Garden I came upon this KZbinr today! I’m so thrilled to watch other videos. So very helpful!

[@jonathanhorowitz2514]

Best hardwood cutting video! I used your packaging and mailing plant video last year and this one was perfect for giving me the confidence to hit my pomegranate tree hard! Very smart content and I too like the donkeys!

[@nativegardenangel]

Great information Mike! I started my backyard nursery last year 2021, my main focus is on Hosta's and shade perennials. Thanks to your informative videos and post I will be expanding my selection.

[@el3389]

those donkeys made me chuckle. so cute trying to get at the treats in your sweater.

[@donnapoolejackofalltrades7827]

I did some cutting this year and I got six of the to grow . But, now it is winter time I left them outside is that okay . I am hoping them will still be good next spring coming up . I want to grow more little tree this year ,and sell them at Earth day .

[@EarthlingCarl]

That is one epic production line!

[@johnpiniarski9322]

mikes the man, i enjoy the videos thank you for taking the time to help us!

[@Detlefroemisch]

Happy new year and all the best in 2015 for you :)

[@jadielabdiel5921]

instablaster.

[@garcml]

Hey there Mike! Thank you so much for your tips and your blog is excellent help too! It’s super detailed ✨🙏🏽

[@mikebors2505]

Does this work for peach trees in zone 7? Thank you! Awesome video.

[@imabee2010]

I am excited about the evergreens your going to do . Lets all have one of the best 2015 ever!

[@1mtstewart]

if I am not ready for full production in long beds as you have there, can I use portable containers of sand to root cuttings? can I do it by bringing them inside now that everything is currently dormant? great video!

[@hayden9102]

Yes

[@geomundi8333]

wow thanks for video. This fall I followed video and have hardy kiwi, aronia, hazels, currants, saskatoon, gooseberry, and few other species already rooting. I brought mine in to window box, but used same principles. One more benefit of not using grafted plants! I'd love to see any grafting tips though (mind is superglue over graft and parafilm over that).

[@nancyfahey7518]

Thanks Mike. You're giving me inspiration to get going again.

[@sjr7822]

Elderberry is what I would propagate , I thought when the Amish moved in I could get some elderberry products, jams, juice, etc. but they don't use the bush. So I'll have to order a bush and take cutting from that. We use to have a big spread of elderberries, the jam is to die for and the juice is so healthy for a person. Been 50 years since I've had a taste of elderberry.

[@andrewjames6676]

You're a great teacher, Mike!

[@mitchellsmith-mx8bg]

Hi, I have a greenhouse, would it be okay to propergate cuttings in the fall and winter and water them under mist 6x per day ? Thank you 👍😁

[@centurion6651]

Awesome video! I’m ordering your intermittent kit as soonest the government sends me my stimulus check! Thanks Mike!

[@elizabetht1323]

You have great videos! Thanks for the tips from Ontario

[@jenwagner239]

Do you have any recommendations to save a broken raspberry branch? Heavy snow snapped it right off my potted plant that was sitting up against the back of my house on my deck (tried to keep it away from the elements but that didn't work out with blowing snow). Thanks!!

[@glp236]

I love watching your videos and learning from you … It has been a party mild fall so far early frost the earliest ever ,, don't know about this winter ,I have a feeling of lots of snow !!!!

[@damienbernier9378]

Awesome. To the point, understandable for a novice like myself. Thank you!!

[@edfinoro2152]

Can I start grape canes in side I live in southern Ontario we have had cold weather and snow already Thank you mike

[@vinvin1715]

Great to see you back. Was hoping you had not youtube faded.

[@ianboard544]

I have a question: I am trying to root cuttings from a Mulberry tree in water. I cut most of the leaves off, change the water every 3 or so days. I got some small bumps on the bottoms of the stems but they aren't getting any larger. I thought the cutting was dead but the next day, new leaves started appearing, along with flowers. I'm thinking I should probably remove the flowers. Any suggestions at this point on what to do?

[@marymary5494]

Oh my, how adorable are your donkeys. 👌💕

[@dukealliefifi]

Hi Mike, is the covering over the bed a snow fence? I'm in zone 5a and don't really have a way to easily water cuttings in the winter. I was considering just letting snow to cover them but if you don't do that, how do you keep them watered?

[@joshuagreenslade8942]

Hi there. Thanks for the video. I love all the info. I have been rooting hardwood blueberry cuttings on bottom heat for 9 weeks... they’re starting to break dormancy and leaf out. I’m wondering if I should transfer them to a small bed or something... because they’re very close together in the flat and I don’t want the roots to intertwine? What would you suggest?

[@tonyaslack5253]

I'm just starting all this and doing my propagating in the house right now. I've had mediocre luck with roses and lilacs. Now I'm trying more lilacs and just trimmed my cherry tree so I'm trying that also. So far no luck with the cuttings from plum trees but maybe it takes more time than I've given them. who knows. Anyway, this video was great for someone like me who lives in an even colder climate (MN). Does it make a big difference in the time of year that you take the cuttings? I think that may have been my biggest mistake.

[@shannonorr9502]

Tonya Slac

[@sonyalenz]

I always enjoy your instructional videos. Thank you.

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

How do you propagate Japanese black pines? I hear cuttings don’t work. What about air-layering it?

[@headachesaga6792]

Hi Mike! This video is great! You've given me the courage I need to try to propagate some cuttings. I live in zone 5b, it's March, still below zero (C) at night, and I just took a whole heap of pussy willow cuttings to try to propagate. You're telling me, I can stick these babies in a tub (I was thinking of using coconut coir) and put them outside now?

[@mahocnc]

Lovely...what's is your best way selling plants as a backyard hobby nursery? Love your pets, I can tell the love goes both ways. I want to be your help lol. Thank you Mike!

[@km-es6vd]

What about when you pull these cuttings out and decide to replant them? Do the roots get disturbed and affected? When would you recommend to do it, in early Spring or end of Fall Season?

[@frankdavidson9675]

would it be possable to get closed caption on your show for us deaf folks so that we can read the audio part

[@kayBTR]

I love the little donkeys! Soooo cute!

[@happycarmenable]

+kayBTR Yes they are cute.

[@paigeturner165]

I’m in Scotland. It doesn’t get so cold but it’s wet! Is it Ok to leave them outside? Thanks

[@sphillips6357]

I have what I believe is a beautiful, very large Blue Spruce in my yard. Any tips on how and when to make cuttings from this tree? I'd like to do some large cuttings too of 3 or 4 ft, is it possible to root branches that big? I hope to save several years growing time. I just bought my first house with some surrounding land, so this is all new to me.

[@diegoclipstv9176]

You don't have to take cuttings, the easiest way to root your own tree is through air layering. I have great success rooting my evergreens this way compared to rooting cuttings. You can air layer anytime of the year. Just watch youtube videos about air layering that's how I got started.

[@radagastbrown8543]

Personally, I would have planted the Weeping Pussy willow next to the Blushing Bride, but seriously thanks for your informative videos. They have been helpful!

[@ka24det240sx]

lol

[@DustinBajer]

Hey Mike, I see that you propagate a lot of cuttings in wooden boxes. How deep are those - three or four inches?

[@Wisconsin_Gardener]

I’m in zone 4B. Do you think I should mulch the cuttings?

[@jameshallford8656]

Been looking for a great way to mass plant some cuttings. Why do you use sand instead of soil?

[@p81286]

@Mikes BackyardNursery (or anyone with knowhow): Will there be any difference in success rate if you take cuttings from cold-hardy plants in fall, winter, or spring with the intention of sticking them in the ground/soil/sand outdoors as soon as the frost is gone say in March/April? In the two first cases, should the cuttings be stored in a cool place such as the fridge or will they survive in any climate such as room temperature and outside negative temperatures with precipitation? In the third case, can the cuttings be taken and then immediately be stuck in the ground without any storage? To me, cuttings seem to be the most efficient way to propagate plants as you need no tools other than shears and only negligible labour...and you can enjoy fruits identical to those of the mother plant many years before fruits from seeds...that will not share the mother plant's DNA...Thanks:)

[@НадіяЄрмоленко-с7э]

Всеми способами, что Вы описали, можно размножать. Это называется зимнее черенкование одревесневшими черенками. Единственное, что не делайте - это не сохраняйте при комнатной температуре. В конце зимы - начале весны, до распускания почек, еще можно нарезать черенки и сразу в субстрат. Все работает! Удачи!

[@p81286]

@@НадіяЄрмоленко-с7э Thanks! I appreciate your reply! 🤣

[@HeirloomReviews]

have you ever used honey? as a rooting hormone?

[@judibrinks1844]

I have with Kalanchoe and didn't have good luck at all.

[@happycarmenable]

Can see you're an animal lover. Well done. Thank you for sharing.

[@marilynkostolni5803]

Hey Mike ..Thank you so much for your videos ...Do. You propagate lavader twist weepin redbud there and are they considered hardwood as well?

[@DanielOrfield]

I found this very profitable….. Many thanks……

[@fruitful7753]

You can air layer them in spring and they will root right on the stump. Then they have roots and are ready to grow. There are many videos on air layering on you tube.

[@ncanellos]

Hi can this be done with fruit trees 🌳 as well like apples 🍎 ???

[@off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez]

Can we use cuttings for all hardwood? I just moved onto my 10.04 acres and i want to grow all edible of course! is there anything that won't work? the first thing that hits your brain LOL

[@MichaelJohnson-ux7pe]

Hey Mike nice video and I like those potting boxes (the wooden ones) what is the size of those?

[@denisemartinez7576]

new subrcriber here, this is the kind of thing I've been dying to learn. great video thank you. I can't wait to give this a try. so exciting!

[@wadewilson5296]

Keeping it simple! Great video & to the point.

[@bigal7713]

can it be sped and be ready for spring planting by rooting indoors (garage or in front of patio door) on smaller scale?

[@davidchaveriat5228]

Good simple to watch tips. THANKS, MIKE!

[@vald53]

Happy New Year !! Great instruction Mike!! I have some Nine Bark. Can I propagate this as well?

[@Tax2Me]

Almost amazing. I had never thought about this. Was looking for information on how to protect my sycamore (mulch it or not? it is way over 80 years old) and landed here. Cannot say I will be doing this soon but I would add it to my favorites to visit back again when and if I ever go into this business. I am an "implant" urbanite

[@linwoodstarner3955]

Have you ever propagated an American chestnut by this method? If this can be done it would provide a tremendous benefit to the restoration of the American chestnut back to its original domain.

[@kemosabe1967]

The chestnut blight is still around.

[@chickenfarm09]

I'm ready to try some hardwood cuttings on some other things now

[@dariamancini963]

Do you pot up clumps or do y outcry to fish out individual stems?