This cutting was taken on 24th march 2009, and planted into plain Vermiculite. I usually use a mix of 1 part Perlite to two parts Vermiculite, but I was out of Perlite and needed to get the pics done for the notes! It will be interesting to see how the rooting process differs if at all.
After the first week this little cutting is looking fine. The bag is well misted up which shows that there is sufficient moisture, and the cutting looks fresh and crisp. So far, so good!
Remember to place your cuttings in a well lit position that is out of direct sun. Under shadecloth with the rest of your Fuchsias is fine.
Some people keep the cuttings inside on a window sill until they have rooted. I don't have a suitable window and so have never tried this! (I also put in too many cuttings at a time - the window sill would have to be extremely large!!!)
Don't be tempted to remove the cover for at least a month! There really is sufficient moisture in the system to enable the cutting to root.
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