How to Root a Grape Vine From a Cutting by Placing Into a Glass or Bottle of Water

Propagating a grape vine from a cutting ensures that any new grape vines will share the same traits as the original plant. Propagating from cuttings also reduces growing time because you do not need to wait for seeds to germinate and mature. If you don't have grape vines of your own, you can typically get cuttings from greenhouses or vineyards. Pick healthy cuttings that are about 6 inches long. Never use cuttings that look wilted. Take the time to prepare your grape vine cuttings and give them the care they need to grow new roots before planting them in soil.

Planting pot
Potting soil
Peat moss
Sand
16-16-16 fertilizer
Large plastic bag
Spray bottle

Instructions

- 1
  Put the grape vine in a drinking glass or wide-mouthed bottle and pour in about 1 inch of water. Leave the cutting in the water for at least 24 hours.
- 2
  Prepare a planting pot by pouring equal parts of peat moss, sand and potting soil into it and watering until the soil is just damp. Fertilize using 16-16-16 fertilizer according to the directions specified on the package.
- 3
  Create a 2-inch deep hole by poking the soil with your fingers. Place the cutting in the hole and press the soil around the plant to keep it secure. Pat the soil to get rid of any air pockets. Place a plastic bag over the planting pot to create a makeshift greenhouse.
- 4
  Place the planting pot in a warm spot with lots of indirect sunlight. Water the plant with a misting spray bottle every day to keep the soil moist. Gently move some of the soil around the base of the cutting to check for new roots after two weeks. If roots have formed, remove the plastic bag. If roots have not formed, keep the bag over the plant for an additional two weeks or until roots form.
- 5
  Transplant the cutting outdoors after about one year.

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