Milkweed Cuttings. Keep cuttings in an area that receives light but minimal direct sunlight. Starting milkweed from cuttings can increase the number of plants you have.
Root overwintering plants anytime between january and march. Tropical milkweed cuttings can be started indoors throughout the year but native milkweed has a smaller window of opportunity. Rinse off the cuttings thoroughly under a faucet.
Keep cuttings in an area that receives light but minimal direct sunlight.
Soil for cuttings plant native milkweed cuttings in an 80 20 mix of perlite to peat moss which is a more traditional mix for starting stem cuttings than starting them in soil. Summer is a prime time to take native milkweed cuttings for a few compelling reasons. Use a sharp pruner to take milkweed cuttings at a 45 angle for optimal water absorption. Tuberosa cuttings can be rooted in water.