Good morning from TN! I have a cutting from a Peace Rose bush that belonged to my mom who passed in February. I’m trying desperately to get it to root. I have dipped it in root hormone and put it in a pot with dirt. I’ve watered it but not too much. It doesn’t look good. I’ve tried 4 other cuttings from a few other of her rose bushes but none have survived. I want so badly to have a small piece of something my mom loved and cared for. Any suggestions?
I had some incredible luck with growing seeds this year. I use the little clear party cups that allow you to closely monitor moisture level. I had one packet of pepper seeds that all of them germinated. I never had that luck with peat pots ever. I had some Kelp sheets that I buy from Krogers to eat. Turns out Kelp is a hormone. I have been soaking some in water and using the water for starting the seeds. Maybe soak some in water and try that...
Rose - I would bring the cutting inside in a pot with dirt. Sunny window but not too much or too much heat. Water lightly daily. Cut a new slice off the bottom if you need to.
As someone who used to SELL Roses for a living, I certainly would NEVER encourage propagation of Roses. ;)
But, I am retired now, so here you go! :)
Rose propagation advice from Better Homes and Gardens:
https://www.bhg.com/gardening/flowers/roses/how-to-grow-roses-from-cuttings/
Also, I’m sorry for the loss of your Mom. I’m going to be a puddle of mush when I lose mine. :(