I'm looking for advice on how to take a cutting from a hydrangea bush to keep in a pot. My grandfather is selling the family home, and I really want to preserve some of the flowers my late grandma chose for the garden. Since the hydrangeas are enormous, taking the whole bush isn't feasible. Is there a specific way to cut it so it can continue to grow in a pot?
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You can definitely take a cutting, but you need to do it at the right time. Spring is the best because that’s when the plants wake up from dormancy and start to sprout new leaves. If you try to cut it during the blooming period, it can be tricky because the wood becomes harder to work with. To make it easier, look for soft or younger growth when the plant is starting to green up. When cutting, grab a section that includes a healthy part of the branch and some leaves just below the flowers. For the best results, use a vented dome kit with a light and heat mat to encourage rooting.
Hydrangeas are actually pretty easy to propagate! You can find a lot of helpful videos on YouTube to guide you through the process. Just make sure to look for reliable sources, and you'll be set!
Propagate. Got it ? I didn't really know what it was called so Google was struggling trying to help ?
Thank you so much!!!