Grow Roses from Cuttings with this Toilet Paper Hack

Propagating roses from stem cuttings is easy, but what if you could make it easier. You can do this with the help of one secret thing that lies in your toilet–A TOILET PAPER! Yes, you read that right!

While growing roses from cuttings, moisture plays a key role in root development. If the level is not right, the cuttings may die. Toilet paper traps the moisture within the lower part of the stem, which keeps it moist and too very evenly, thereby greatly boosting the chances of successful propagation.

When it comes to growing roses from cuttings, always pick the heirloom and non grafted varieties as they root a lot better than the modern hybrids. Also, take softwood and semi-hardwood cuttings, you can do this from spring to early fall. The more accurate perfect time for rose propagation in your place depends on the climate and zone.

For this hack to work perfectly, you have to start with healthy cuttings. Snip 6-8 inches long stems from a lush plant using a sharp, sanitized shear.

Semi-hardwood cuttings are easy to root and give the best results.

Remove leaves from the stems so that all of the plant energy is directed towards growing new roots.

Cut both the ends of each stem at a 45° angle. This will boost the chances of propagation by a great margin.

Dip the end that you are about to cover in a rooting hormone, and roll the stems with 3-4 layers of toilet paper. Do not roll them too up and too much, and DO NOT cover them more than half, as it will hamper the supply of air.

You can also use paper napkins or any other paper that will decompose for this purpose.

After wrapping all the stems, spray some water on the toilet paper till it soaks up completely. Squeeze away extra water. Also, be careful with the thorns while handling the