1. Gather Materials: Healthy rose cutting (8–10 inches), pruning shears, rooting hormone (optional), potting mix, small pot, plastic bag.
2. Select a Cutting: Choose a fresh, semi-hardwood rose stem about 8–10 inches long.
3. Prepare Cutting: Remove lower leaves and cut below a node at a 45-degree angle. Dip in rooting hormone if desired.
4. Prepare Potting Mix: Fill a pot with well-draining soil mixed with sand or perlite. Lightly water.
5. Plant Cutting: Insert cutting 2 inches deep into soil, press soil around base for support.
6. Maintain Humidity: Cover with a plastic bag, leaving a small opening for airflow.
7. Provide Light: Place in bright, indirect sunlight at 65–75°F (18–24°C).
8. Water and Monitor: Keep soil slightly moist, check for roots after 4–8 weeks.
9. Transplant: Move to a larger pot or garden when roots are strong, in a sunny, well-drained spot.
