Sanitize Your Pruners
Use rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball to clean the blades and handle of your pruners, reducing the risk of fungal diseases in new plants.
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Take a Cutting From a Green Stem
Select a healthy branch on a mature hydrangea plant, cutting about 2 inches below a leaf node. Ensure the branch hasn't formed flower buds yet and avoid woody stems.
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Trim Leaves From the Cutting
Remove lower leaves, leaving only the top two to four leaves intact. Trim half of each remaining upper leaf to reduce moisture loss.
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Dip the Stem Into Rooting Powder
Optional but recommended, dip the cut end of the stem into rooting hormone powder to improve success rates.
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Prepare a Pot
Choose a pot of appropriate size and fill it with seed-starting potting mix. Moisten the mix thoroughly before planting.
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Plant the Cutting
Insert the cutting into the potting mix up to the base of the remaining leaves. Firmly pack the mix around the stem and keep it consistently moist.
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Monitor and Maintain
Place the potted cuttings in a location with bright indirect light and regularly check the moisture level of the potting mix. Keep it moist but not waterlogged.
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Transplant Into the Garden
When transplanting into the garden, follow spacing guidelines and provide proper care to encourage healthy growth and flowering.
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