Can I cut the right hand plant below where it has sprouted, and will it grow?

Question

The tops of these 2 plants are dead. I want to use the one on the right to replace the one on the left which doesn’t have anyt shoots. Do I have to do anything else when I plant the off cut ?

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Answer 1

A cutting that large may not root. Usually you will want to take small cuttings (6-12 inches) for the best results. Eventually, a cutting can root and grow to be established.

This article will help to root cuttings: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm