Re: [gardeners] Sassafras
Linda Baranowski-Smith (gardeners@globalgarden.com)
Sun, 25 Oct 1998 11:11:05 -0400
>> >Hi Linda,
>> > You can also propagate Sassafras by root cuttings.
>> >Allen
>> >Bastrop Co.,Tx
>> >
>> Hi Allen,
>>
>> Other than buying and transplanting, I have never propagated trees by any
>> means. Well, I'll take that back. I've started oaks with acorns by just
>> sticking them in the ground. Is this method of propagating by root
>> cuttings as simple as it sounds? Just cut a piece of root and stick it in
>> the soil? What is the best size of root to use? Does it have to be cut a
>> certain way? Should it be started with a little rooting hormone in a pot
>> with potting mix or can it be started in the outside soil? When is the
>> best time to do this? Spring? Anytime? TIA for the lessons!
>>
>> Linda in NW Ohio near Toledo/Lake Erie, USDA Zone 5
>> llbs@mail.glasscity.net
>Hi Linda,
> You're not supposed to ask all those questions! I reallly don't know the
>answer. I checked my reference for native plants, no answers. Sorry that I
>can't b e anymore help.
> Allen
> Bastrop Co.,Tx
LOL Allen! Here I thought I'd take the easy way out and get my answer from
you. Darn, now I have to look it up. :) That's ok. I appreciate your
reply. Maybe someone else will tell us both how to propagate sassafras
with root cuttings.
Linda in NW Ohio near Toledo/Lake Erie, USDA Zone 5
llbs@mail.glasscity.net