Rotten Desert Rose/how to root desert rose cuttings
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13 years ago
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HAVE: 9 small cuttings from desert rose to root
Comments (2)i dont know if this is worth my time but i would like them...See Morehow often should i water my desert rose
Comments (6)Wow those are sunny warm conditions. Of outside you might be able to do it every other day. Really depends inthat mix. Unless anyone has better advice just do it enough to keep the soil moist to dry side of moist, not wet. Digg 2-3 inches down with ur finger to really tell. Te top might be bone dry but it could still be moist half way down where the roots are. If in doubt, go dry....See MoreDesert Rose Cuttings
Comments (1)Yes to avoid fungus and wilt its best to heel them over (dry them out) 3 or 4 days before putting in suitable striking material - a peaty sandy mix. A bit of hormone rooting gel or powder can help. No leaves are necessary at this point so you can remove all but any top growth. Don't overwater (but you know that)....See MoreInherited Daddy's Desert Rose(s)
Comments (9)Hello there, glad you posted here from the c/s forum, you will soon get some good advise I'm sure. I don't think the small plants are DR's at all, I don't know what they could be, but they don't look like Adeniums to me. Is any part of the large DR soft, either on the caudex or roots? You need to check every part carefully, if it's damaged the root needs to be cut off cleanly and allowed to dry, sulphur dust can be applied to the cut ends if they're large, small ones should be fine. If the caudex has soft, rotten or damaged areas, that also needs to be removed, allowed to dry and cinnamon can be applied to those cut surfaces, no brown should be visible. If you find any areas like this come back for further advise ASAP....even before you cut. Hopefully others will add info to help you. The large plant will be ok out of soil for several days yet. Clay pot and slightly damp gritty mix is the way to go for the big DR. Gill...See Morejandey1
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