Free Roses/ Old Roses

[jimtx]

Christmas seems to be coming early this year ... everywhere I look... I am running into old roses ... with cuttings available for the taking (no ... not making midnight runs .... either have permission or they are in remote areas.) I am up to 8 in last week. I also drive a lot through remote areas.... in my work.

I am wondering how long it will take from cutting to production? Also .... should I place the "bagged cuttings" outside ... or keep them under the lights as winter hits?

If u have an interest in old roses ... check out the Rose Rustlers site ... they have a lot of information on staying out of jail ... when obtaining the cuttings.

Hopefully .... won't kill too many of the with my inexperience.

Jim

[Ann B.]

Jim,

What fun you are having!

Keep these under lights until their roots are really strong and healthy. In fact, since you are just starting out on these, I would keep them protected until after the last frost.

When you see new growth and roots coming out of the bottom of the pot (in about 3-4 weeks), open the bag and let them get used to less humidity. Then repot them in 1 gallon pots. At that time, put them near a sunny window.

Here is the link to the Rose Rustler site you spoke about and another good one, the American Rose Society.

http://www.texas-rose-rustlers.com/

http://www.ars.org/index.html

Enjoy!