18.07.2024
Cut a rose bush + aloe leaf, combine them and the result will surprise you
- Choose materials:
- Gather a healthy rose stem, sharp scissors, soil, rooting hormone (optional), and a suitable container.
- Prepare the cut:
- Cut a stem with 5-6 leaf nodes, remove the flowers and make an angled cut below a node.
- Trim and prepare:
- Trim the stem to 10-15 cm, remove the lower leaves and dip the end in rooting hormone.
- Plant and nurture:
- Plant the stem in well-drained soil, make sure the nodes are below the soil line and cover it with plastic to maintain moisture.
- Create a mini greenhouse:
- Cover the cut with plastic to maintain moisture and place it in a warm, bright place, but away from direct sunlight.
- Root development and transplant:
- After 6-8 weeks, transplant the cutting into a larger pot or into the garden once the roots are established.
- Care and maintenance:
- Water regularly, provide sunlight, feed with balanced fertilizer, prune and protect from pests.
- Celebrate success:
- Enjoy the satisfaction of nurturing new life and share your success with others.