How Do You Grow Heirloom Roses From Cuttings?
Heirloom rose is a term used to described a rose that was introduced prior to 1867, when the first hybrid rose was developed. Once quite popular around the world, when hybrid roses were developed, the old roses fell out of favor. There has been a resurgence in their popularity in recent years, due mostly to their disease resistance and fragrance. Examples of heirloom roses include the Damask rose and the Gallica rose, which dates back to the 12th century. Growing heirloom roses from cuttings can be challenging. Just keep in mind that the cutting needs to be planted as quickly and stress-free as possible after taking it from the mother plant. Sterilize your planting pot by mixing a solution of one part bleach to 10 parts water in the sink or a bucket. Allow the pot to soak in the solution for 45 minutes, then remove and rinse well. Dry the pot prior to using. Fill the planting pot with equal parts of sterile potting mix and perlite. Take a cutting from the heirloom rose bush using clean
