Propagation of roses by cuttings
Not all roses form runners. However, we can use another method to create identical plants. This is possible because plants have the ability to form roots from the shoot, i.e., the stem or leaf. We take advantage of this ability. Cutting propagation is one of the oldest methods of plant propagation.
Propagating roses
Grafting still plays a primary role in propagating the countless rose varieties. However, propagation from cuttings is becoming increasingly popular. Wild roses and rootstocks are sown. Some species can also be propagated from root cuttings, such as R. nitida and R. virginiana. Propagation from w...