Propagating Texas Rose Pomegranate from Cuttings

A student needs to propagate Texas Rose Pomegranate plants for a greenhouse assignment.

Simple Cutting Method

1. Cut a tender shoot at least 6 inches long.
2. Remove lower leaves.
3. Dip in rooting hormone (available at garden centers).
4. Plant 1 inch deep in moist potting mix.
5. Cover pot with clear plastic; place in indirect light (east window or fluorescent).
6. Check for roots in 2 weeks (gentle tug = resistance).
7. Remove plastic; keep soil moist; treat as seedling.

This method works for most pomegranate varieties and many woody plants.