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Rose bush cuttings

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BrokenDown2 · 15/07/2023 17:58

Hi there, I’m hoping to get some advice on how to make rose bush cuttings grow roots most successfully.
And also where on the “bush” is the best place to cut?
My grandad used to love gardening and had big beautiful rose bushes in his garden. My grandparents have passed away now and the new owner of the house said I was able to come along and take some cuttings. They sent me a photo of it and it’s looking pretty sad, there’s only one left.
I have attached a photo of what it looks like currently. Could anybody advise me on where to cut and if it looks like it would be successful or not.
I took a cutting years ago and it survived well for 5 years then a family member were adamant they wanted it in their garden and within 6 months it was dead.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Rose bush cuttings
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senua · 18/02/2024 13:28

I think that wet and sub-zero temperatures are more of a problem than low sunlight. It's easier to recover from etiolation than rot (you can spot the former quicker, for example).
Back in the shed or a cold frame. Like you say, it's not for long.

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