How to Strike a Lavender Cutting

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose good weather.

   Don't try to strike a cutting when it is too hot or too cold.
   
   Temperature extremes will cause the cutting to shrivel and die.
   
   The best times for striking a cutting are early autumn and early spring.
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   Step 2: Cut the lavender.

   , Both of these provide the perfect medium for a cutting and do not have too much moisture.
   
   Soil or potting mix can retain too much moisture, causing the cutting to rot. , Hormone powder can provide the extra zip needed to overcome any adversities such as very hot or cold spells, insects, soil that isn't ideal, etc. , Pat down gently into place but do not make too firm. , Preferably provide more shade than not. , Water every day if very hot but don't drench the soil; aim for moist, not wet, soil or the cutting will rot.
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   Step 3: Fill a pot with propagating mix or sand.

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   Step 4: If wished

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   Step 5: place a little hormone powder for plants on the ends of the cuttings.

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   Step 6: Plant in the pot.

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   Step 7: Place the pot in semi-shade.

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   Step 8: Water regularly.

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