The language of autumn cuttings

Stem-tip cutting

Includes the tip of the current growth along with a short length of young stem. Semi-ripe cutting

Cutting taken from a stem of current year’s growth with both the woody base and the tender tip removed. Hormone rooting powder or gel Product containing synthetic auxins, which are plant hormones that stimulate the elongation of cells. Seed and cutting compost Good-quality free-draining compost with a low nutrient content. Horticultural sand or grit

Sand (fine grains) or grit (coarse grains) that is commercially produced by grinding or crushing rock. This produces very angular grains that allow water to drain freely.