How do I grow Crape Myrtles from clippings? At which point on the plant do I need to clip in order to grow new

Question

How do I grow Crape Myrtles from clippings? At which point on the plant do I need to clip in order to grow new

Answer 1

below a branch or leaf

Answer 2

Here is a good source for C.M. propagation & other info.

http://www.ag.auburn.edu/hort/landscape/...

Softwood cuttings should be easy this time of year. The cutting should be taken from "green" wood. The cutting should be about 6" long and leave 1/2 - 1" below a leaf bud as the bottom. You can make many cuttings from one good branch.

Answer 3

Crape myrtle cuttings are easy and quick to root when taken from half-ripe wood in late summer.

Make 6 to 8 inch tip or stem cuttings - remove the leaves from the bottom 2 inches of the stem - dip in rooting powder - plant in moist potting soil or seedling mix.