Did you know that honey may contain enzymes for promoting root growth in plants? It’s true. Many people have found success with using honey to root cuttings. Perhaps you can give it a try, too. Keep reading to learn more about how to use honey for cuttings.
We all know that honey has many health benefits. It is, after all, a natural antiseptic and contains antifungal properties — both of which are believed to be one of the reasons honey as a root hormone seems to work so well. In fact, just 1 tablespoon of honey is said to contain about 64 calories and 17 grams of carbohydrates, most of which come from sugars, and seems to provide plants with a much needed boost just as it does for us.
In addition to containing possible rooting agents, it is thought that honey for cuttings helps guard against bacterial or fungal problems, allowing the little cuttings to remain healthy and strong.
If you’re willing to give this natural means for rooting a try, then you’ll likely find more than a few recipes floating around, all of which can be used. That said, you might want to experiment to find the one that works well for you, yielding the best results. Some people have even added honey to willow water to aid in rooting. But just to get you started, here’s one of the more basic ones that I have come across for making a honey/water mixture for your cuttings (this can be adjusted as necessary).
When you’re ready to begin using honey to root cuttings, you will need to first prepare your cuttings and potting medium. Your cuttings should be anywhere from 6-12 inches in length and cut on about a 45-degree angle.
Now simply dip each cutting into the honey mixture and then stick them into your selected potting medium. Honey for cuttings has been found effective using a number of potting mediums, including soil, water and even rockwool.
Once all of your cuttings have been dipped and placed into their potting medium, simply wait for your cuttings to begin rooting, which should be within a week or so.
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