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Propagating Star Jasmine from Softwood Cuttings

Step‑by‑Step Cutting Method

Take 6‑8″ softwood/greenwood cuttings in early summer. Strip all but top 2‑3 leaves. Dip in rooting hormone (Rootone). Insert into warm, wet sand. Seal container in clear plastic. Mist twice daily. Keep at 75‑80°F. Roots in ~8 weeks. Check by gentle tug or new leaf growth.

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