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  • #1

    Propagating herbs from cuttings

    Hi there,

    So I'm trying to propagate some Thyme from cuttings.

    I've got both normal Thyme, Lemon Thyme and Silver Anniversary.

    I currently have them in pots and most of the cuttings have failed.

    I was just wondering if anybody has any tips on which conditions to keep the Thyme in for optimum results. I currently have it on a North facing window. Should I leave it where it is?

    Cheers
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    i have never succeeded in growing thyme from cuttings - rosemary -yes -tons of it but never thyme so cant advise ...divided a plant once - but the result was weedy - still struggling. I've decided to just buy new plants when i need them.
    http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...gs/jardiniere/

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    • #3
      I managed to grow a softwood cutting from thyme last year. Just do the normal cutting below a leaf node of new growth, and keep moist.

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      • #4
        Originally posted by Ocelot View Post
        I managed to grow a softwood cutting from thyme last year. Just do the normal cutting below a leaf node of new growth, and keep moist.
        In full sunlight or not?

        Also, how long does it take before they grow roots?

        Cheers
        Last edited by Inastate; 12-04-2014, 01:35 PM.

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        • #5
          I would never put a cutting in full sunlight until it has established.

          A few weeks or so before roots start his time of year.

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          • #6
            I think I read that the best way to propagate Thyme is to pin down some of the low lying stems and heap a bit of soil over the pinned section, and wait for it to start rooting, then when it is strong enough remove it: hey presto new plant. I'm not sure what the technique is called, but i'm trying it myself at the moment. It's definitely a slower option, but Thyme is so fine, I think it would be hard to succeed with a 'sutting' as such. That having been said, I don't have much experience with it!

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            • #7
              That's layering, and works quite well with some plants.

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