Aid for Cuttings

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posted by Annie B. Bond Apr 6, 1999 2:44 am

filed under: Garden & Nature, Lawns & Gardens

Here is a great way to help promote and nourish plant cuttings to promote quick growth.

Canadian research has demonstrated that honey is more effective for
promoting root growth than the commonly used commercial chemical for this
purpose. Try this recipe:

1/4 cup honey
3/4 cup boiling water

Combine boiling water and honey in a mason jar to blend the honey into the
water. Cool. Place the cuttings in this solution for one to two days.

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Daniel J. says
Sep 5, 2007 8:31 PM

Wow, this is cool. I have used dip in grow and powders and my luck has not been all that good. So I will try this.

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Angelina F. says
Aug 10, 2007 7:56 PM

ooooh! never heard of this, but it's worth a try! thank you! fun!
an idea: use ceran wrap over the jars and stick the cutting through it to keep the sweet honey more bug-proof =)

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