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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    June 10, 2011
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    There are alot of things that can go wrong when you are trying to root cuttings and since I don't know your process, I don't know where it could be tweaked. But, I can tell you where things normally go wrong...

    Rooting in water
    Cuttings often fail in water due to bacteria and fungus in the water. It is very important to change the water regularly, possibly even daily for plants a that are prone to rotting. A drop or two of bleach per cup of water can also help keep bacteria and fungus from getting in the water and rotting the cutting.

    Rooting in soil
    Often, the reason for failure with rooting in soil is either failure to keep the soil moist, keeping the soil too moist or failure to keep the humidity around the cutting high enough. For the soil too moist, make sure that the soil drains very well. Adding some perlite to the soil can help with this. For too dry, check the soil daily and water when the top of the soil is dry to the touch. For the humidity, make sure the cuttings are in an enclosed environment, either under a glass cover or under plastic. Just make sure the cover does not touch the cutting as this can encourage rotting.

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    Heather on
    June 12, 2011
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    It actually sounds like a fungus. There are a few that it could be but for the most part, they can all be treated with a fungicide. Treat the plant with a fungicide if copper sulfate or neem oil.

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    Nikki on
    June 14, 2011
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    Perhaps adding in some compost or fertile potting soil will help but you may also want to consider mulching the area around your plants. This will help conserve moisture, especially close to the surface.

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    Nikki on
    June 15, 2011
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    This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/butterfly-bush/propagating-butterfly-bush.htm

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    Nikki on
    June 15, 2011
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    This article will help with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/butterfly-bush/propagating-butterfly-bush.htm

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    Rickedie on
    July 8, 2011
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    You need to get it in the ground so the roots won't get too hot. I had that happen to me and it did great after I planted it. Water it in well but don't over water. I have seven butterfly bushes and they are my favorites. They do love the sun.

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