Propagating William Baffin Climber from Suckers: A Step-by-Step Guide

Propagating William Baffin Climber from Suckers: A Step-by-Step Guide

First, confirm the shoots are true basal canes of 'William Baffin', not rootstock suckers. Dig to the base; if the shoot originates below the graft union, it's rootstock.

If True Suckers

1. Cut at the base where joined to the main plant.
2. Trim to 3 feet (climber habit).
3. Trim long roots to 12 inches.
4. Pot up; water daily to keep soil damp.
5. No fertilizer until new roots establish (6 weeks).

The sucker should look like 12 inches of dark roots with 3 feet of green cane. Hardy to zone 4.