Propagating Cuttings of Picea Abies Pendula

The Picea abies pendula or weeping Norway spruce is a conifer that grows to about 15 feet tall. This Norway spruce variety has horizontal flaring branches that develop drooping branchlets. These branchlets give this tree its “weeping” appearance. It is used in landscaping as a focal point for centerpiece flower beds, at entranceways and near ponds. This tree can be propagated from rooted cuttings. The best time to take cuttings is December. Plant cuttings as soon as possible.

Sharp pruning knife
Picea abies pendula cuttings
Coarse builder’s sand
Flat deep pan
Clear cover for pan

Instructions

- 1
  Cut about 5 to 6 inches from the tips of healthy branches, using your sharp pruning knife. The cuttings should be from the current year’s growth. Trim the needles from the bottom half inch of each cutting. For best results, take your cuttings from trees around 10 to 15 years old.
- 2
  Pour about 4 inches of sand into a flat pan. Add warm water until the sand is thoroughly moist but not sopping wet. Insert cuttings vertically, pushing the bottom about 2 inches into the moist sand. Set cuttings in rows, spaced about 3 inches apart. Space rows about 3 inches apart.
- 3
  Cover the pan loosely with a clear cover to form a greenhouse. Allow for ventilation. Place the covered pan in a bright area but out of direct sunlight. Keep the sand moist but not sopping wet. Cuttings need a warm, humid atmosphere. Keep temperature between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit and humidity between 50 percent and 90 percent. Cuttings should develop root systems in about 14 weeks.

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