Propagating a Historic Willow from Cuttings

Easy Propagation

Willows root readily from cuttings due to natural rooting hormones.

Direct stick: In summer, push ½–1″ diameter, 5–16″ cuttings into moist soil.
Water start: Any season, root in a vase of water, transplant in spring.
Rooting hormone: Dip cut end in hormone, pot in moist soil, tug gently after 6 weeks to check roots.

The new tree will be genetically identical to the historic parent.

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