Jacaranda Propagation: June Cuttings with Rooting Hormone

Jacaranda cuttings root best taken in June from immature wood.

Method

• 5–6 inch cuttings; remove all but top leaves.
• Rooting hormone; sand/compost mix.
• Humidity dome; bottom heat (70–77°F).
• Shade until roots; then light.
• Repot at 1 month; shade 2 weeks.

Key Tips

• Milled sphagnum on surface prevents fungus.
• Seed-grown take 5+ years to flower.