[Arid_gardener] Re: Rooting Joshua Trees

[Olin Miller]

I do not believe it is necessary to soak the roots.  Be careful not to
leave the roots in the water too long else the roots may rot.

You could plant out directly but I would suggest success may be better
if grown in a container for a year or so until the plant is established,
then plant it out.  It is a slow growing plant so be patient.

Olin Miller
Master Gardener Volunteer, Maricopa County AZ

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----- Original Message ----- From: <wirelesslee3 at yahoo.com>
Tent: Wednesday, April 19, 2006 1:35 PM
> Lee,  85351,  wirelesslee3 at yahoo.com
> A very kind neighbor gave me 2 baby Joshua Tree's with roots (approx 3
> inches in height) and 2 other cuttings without roots.  I have them all
> in soaking in water to try and root them. My questions are: Can I
> plant the babies with roots already on them?  What is the best way to
> get roots to grow on the cuttings I have without roots?  Should they
> all be soaking in water to encourage the roots to grow? I have found
> information on the Internet very sketchy when it comes to Joshua
> Tree's rooting, etc. I appreciate any suggestions as I am extremely
> excited to have these wonderful Yucca's and will do everything
> possible to get them to grow.