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title: "I really want to propagate a stem from a rose bush in my parents…"
description: "I really want to propagate a stem from a rose bush in my parents backyard to put in a pot to move with me, how should I do this? Help please"
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author: "Lil’mottet"
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# I really want to propagate a stem from a rose bush in my parents…

_Posted by Lil’mottet on 2024-05-24_

I really want to propagate a stem from a rose bush in my parents backyard to put in a pot to move with me, how should I do this? Help please

## 5 comments

### Bay Area Plant Mom commented on 2024-05-24

cut the stem at a 45 degree angle below a node, remove all flowers and leaves but a few on top. propagate in water.

#### Lil’mottet replied on 2024-05-24

How long do I keep it in the water

#### Bay Area Plant Mom replied on 2024-05-24

until it establishes a root system, roses usually start growing roots in a week or two but can take up to a few months, roots should be at least a couple of inches long 🌹make sure you change water, fertilize and give it sunlight

### Bay Area Plant Mom commented on 2024-05-24

I forgot I mention let the cutting callus for a few hours before putting it in water

#### Lil’mottet replied on 2024-05-24

Thank you soo much!

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