How to Take Cuttings from Fuchsias
Harden off the seedlings before planting them outside after the last spring frost when the soil has warmed to at least 60 degrees F. Propagate from cuttings: You can propagate petunias from cuttings taken from non-patented varieties, so if you break a stem from your plant, you can grow ...
Also, if you like the plant and are concerned it may get damaged, especially from a storm, you can take cuttings in case you have to replace the original plant. Another reason is to be able to take the plant with you if you are moving to a new location and the original plant cannot...
Take cuttings in the spring when soft green stems have sprouted on your shrub: Using sterilized, sharp pruners, cut the green portion of a stem or stems into 4- to 6-inch lengths. Remove the bottom leaves from each cutting, leaving one set of leaves at the top. Dip the bottom tip ...
Also, if you like the plant and are concerned it may get damaged, especially from a storm, you can take cuttings in case you have to replace the original plant. Another reason is to be able to take the plant with you if you are moving to a new location and the original plant cannot...