Root tomato cuttings in water : Propagation

In these tough times, I feel so blessed to be able to grow some basic food in my garden and many of my neighbors have been intrigued by me too – to do the same!

The latest pandemic has made everyone realize one thing- GARDENING IS NOT JUST A HOBBY! Scarcity of supplies, fear of contamination and the need for social distancing- everything has proven that knowing how to grow your own food is more than a retiree’s past-time; especially when you literally can’t use money to “buy” things.mm

What are the benefits of rooting tomatoes in water vs. soil?

It is a great method for beginners! For those who don’t have a green thumb, the success are is very high. The cuttings do not rot being in soil for too long and neither do they wilt. There is no guesswork about the amount of water needed to propagate cuttings without killing the. It is also quicker and gives a kick-start to your vegetable garden.

Grow tomato cuttings in water

Technically a fruit, a tomato is perhaps one of the most loved and easiest to grow food. Now, you may not be having access to seeds but if you are eager for a kick start and have a neighbor like me, you can simply borrow some cuttings to grow(even in water) some delicious tomatoes in your own garden or balcony. Also, they do well in both ground & pots. So, space constraint doesn’t matter.

You will need:

1. Clear glass containers(mason jars work well, I have saved tons of them for gardening projects)
2. Water (Obvious!)
3. Tomato cuttings, taken fro the tip (Ask a generous neighbor like me)
4. A well-lit but shaded spot in your garden (Verandah type)

If you have tomato seeds or wish to grow tomato plants from what you have at home, CLICK HERE

STEP 1 – Snip off some healthy cuttings off an existing tomato plant. Take pieces that are 3-5″ long and from fresh growth.

STEP 2 – Fill the container 3/4th with plain water; make sure the jar is clean.

STEP 3 – Clean the tomato stems fro the bottom and insert into the water. make sure all leaves stay above water level. They might make a mess otherwise, later on.

STEP 4 – Keep the jar at designated spot. All you need to do is change the water every 2 days. To kill tie and your curiosity, take periodic pictures.

That’s it! You will begin to notice roots sprouting within 3-4 days. Let the be lush enough, as shown in the pic. Now plant at a shaded spot and water thoroughly once a day. Your plants will be ready to bear fruit soon.

For more details on growing tomatoes, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

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