However, cuttings from trees such as crape myrtles, some elms, and.

May 28, If taking softwood cuttings, the best time of year to do so is the spring, when new branches are green and blossoms are still dormant, writes. Nov 06, Start an apple tree from cuttings in the winter or early spring when the tree is dormant. With sharp pruning shears, cut a portion of a branch that is inches ( cm.) from the tip of the branch. Store the cutting, cut end down in moist sawdust or vermiculite for weeks in a cool basement, cellar or treenotch.barted Reading Time: 2 mins.

Feb 04, It's best to take these cuttings in late summer as the oak tree's dormant season is approaching, and the cuttings will be easier to care for out of the heat of summer.

It's great for increasing the number of plants that you have or taking your favorite plants from your garden with you when you move.

Select several cuttings of healthy shoots that have shown growth over the previous summer. Use clean, sharp hand shears to take cuttings at a slight angle.