Rooting Pussy Willow Branches from the Florist: Can You Grow a Tree from Cuttings?

Grocery store “pussy willows” in Chicago (Zone 5) are cut branches, not plants.

Rooting Attempt

• Dip cut end (1 inch) in rooting hormone powder.
• Plant in moist potting soil in a pot.
• Keep moist, not wet.
• Tug gently after a few weeks to check for roots.

Success?

Forsythia roots easily this way; pussy willow may or may not. Worth a try!

If it roots, you’ve got a free tree.