Cloning Roses

[Growin Grass]

I would like to try and take cuttings from my finances late grandfathers rose bush
It hasn't really been cared for since his death about 15 years ago but did have several flowers on it last year. I plan to give it some compost, kelp and epsom once the weather starts turning then a little stronger ferts a couple weeks later, then try and take some cuttings april or may. From my understanding it's not really any different, but I was wondering if anyone here has any experience and or tips. Thanks

 

[Grow4me]

I do it all the time, nothing to it. Snip, put in soil and keep moist. Keep it out of direct sun for the first year and let the roots grow.

 

[Grow4me]

You don't want old growth, or buds. Get some strong new green cuttings, snip the buds if any. You are growing roots not leaves. Is a rooting hormone.

 

[fishwhistle]

Roses and aphids seem to go together so keep that in mind when tending your grow.

 

[Growin Grass]

Also might try the air layering technique if I have sites to do both

 

[jbaroni]

ive put all kinda of plants in my cloner with get results.

 

[cemchris]

I just threw cuttings into 4in pots with coco chunks and threw them on the veg table. Root in about a month or so.