A Simple Way To Root Plants From Cuttings

[stevedars]

11 years later and I still reference this video. Thanks, Mike!

[gorge]

When a guy in overalls is shown talking about plants, I'm clicking the vid.

And the great content proved my hunch.

[MrGreattaco]

Overalls, age, confidence. yup this man is worth listening to

[henyosdilly]

Best tutorial video ever on cuttings. I normally skip 4 to 5 videos before I get to someone like this guy.

[ramon]

Why the thumb downs? This is a great video. Honest man sharing information on how to grow free plants. Well done.

[thomasjefferson]

Best I've seen so far. No goofy music, doens't spend ten minutes talking about unrelated stuff

[downbntout]

You have the efficient speaking pace that I wish more YTers had

[XimenaZhaoArchive]

I like this farmer guy. He's got great, no-nonsense advice and teaching technique. Thanks, Mike! :)

[jpopelish]

My rooting success went from about 10% to about 90% when I added psyllium powder to my process. This is the plant fiber in Metamucil, but I use plain psyllium powder because it is cheaper and and Metamucil is about half sugar. I mix a little of the rooting hormone with more of the psyllium powder, dip the cutting in water and then dip the wet stem in the psyllium hormone mixture. Then put the cutting in a prepunched hole, so I don't wipe the coating off. The psyllium forms a gell layer around the stem that keeps the hormone around the stem and holds water.

[badkitty]

I like his no nonsense approach. I’ll give this 5 stars.

[monsterroo]

This video was apart of my homeschooling curriculum, I'm not disappointed XD

[carolbokor]

Great video, no extra gabbing, just good simple info. Wiping his hands on his jeans is just like looking in the mirror!! Loved it.

[detradowling]

Thank you!!! We are currently preparing my Grandmother’s house to sale and I’m going to try this with the shrubs and trees she planted there! I hope to be able to surprise my Mom and two sisters with “Grandma’s trees” next Christmas!

[greginfla_]

Wow this video is nine years old, and the sound and video quality is often better than the ones made 9 years later.

[kathrynwatson]

Watched your video and tried it. Didn't use plastic though, but frequently misted cuttings couple times a day. Kept the container with sand and holes in the shade of the pole barn. Crepe Myrtle cuttings. Been a month or so. Replanted yesterday. Holy cow! Absolutely shocking results!! I couldn't hardly believe my eyes at the root development! Moved 30 cuttings with good roots to individual pots! Already put second batch in the sand! Thank you!!

[jenny_b_]

First plant tutorial where I feel like I’m learning from an actual farmer.👨🏼‍🌾
Awesome content, subscribed today! ☺️🌱🌿🍃

[NewYorkCityBoxing]

I appreciate the information. For some reason, when I'm stressed, caring for plants takes my mind away from day to day issues we all face. I asked my wife if she noticed how simple life seems when focus on caring for our lawn. She said that tending to her hybrid rose bush does make her very happy.

[angierobbins]

I know what you mean about caring for plants and the days stress melts away. It works, getting your mind on something tangible you can see your love and care results. I am very sick, bedridden, and have been for over 20 years. I have battled 6 different types of cancer now facing the 7th, raised 3 children during the sickness and 41 surgeries. The longest time continuous without cancer was 5 years 5 months. I have found that caring for my houseplants with the help of my daughter really makes me feel better about myself and my outlook on life. I am 47 and pray for more birthdays to spend with my family.

[timjester]

Keeping it simple, basic, and cheap, with no-nonsense direction.
Under rated genius

[truthseeker]

You had me at the overalls. A good indication that you know what you are talking about.