Pussy Willow Bushes

Question

Can I cut branches of a pussy willow and put them in water, and will they root so you can plant them?

Answer 1

These plants are extremely easy to root. Stems/branches can be stuck in a vase of water where they will form roots within a few weeks. Once roots appear, they can be placed in pots or planted directly into the ground in spring. Cuttings should be from new growth, at least as thick as a pencil, and a foot or more in length.