Can you grow rosemary from cuttings?

Question

As in, will a stem develop a root system if I put it in the ground?

Answer 1

Here are some tips:

Propagation: Rosemary is very easy to propagate from cuttings. Cuttings from the tips of branches will root in a glass of water, but they develop better roots if started in sand or a clean potting medium. Seeds take a long time to germinate and often produce plants that are not like the parent.

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Propagate by cuttings

Most rosemaries are cultivars or clones, which are propagated by cuttings. Growing rosemary from seed typically results in low germination and excessive plant variation. With cuttings, the plants are always identical to the stock plant. Rosemary is easy to propagate, and sometimes roots will develop even in a glass of water on a sunny windowsill. I have found that the best time of year to take cuttings is in the late fall and early winter.

To take cuttings, clip 2-1/2-inch stems from new growth on an established plant (see Propagating rosemary). Snip off the bottom leaves (rather than pulling them off) and dip the bottom 1/4 inch into a hormone rooting powder. Place the cuttings in a container with equal amounts of peat moss and perlite. Spray the cuttings with a light mist on sunny days.

Cuttings usually root in 14 to 21 days, though bottom heat will speed the rooting process. Once the cuttings have rooted, you can transplant them into 3-1/2-inch pots. Pinch the top terminal bud to encourage branching.

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This link has a picture to show you how to take the cuttings.

Good luck!