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Propagating tree suckers #876546

Asked July 09, 2024, 4:54 PM EDT

I have a Princess Kay Plum that is several years old. I'm getting plenty of suckers the past couple years, and am wondering if they will grow into mature trees if I dig them up. If so, would I keep a section of the horizontal parent root attached to the sucker? Would I stick them or water to develop roots, or plant them in some peat or potting soil? Any other tips? It's a beautiful little tree, and it would be fun to have more in our 7 acre space. Thank you!

Cass County Minnesota

Expert Response

Thank you for reaching out to ask2.extension.

There are articles and videos on utube for planting the suckers.  I have never talked to anyone who has done this.  You wouldn’t be out anything if it doesn’t work.

Sorry I can’t be definite help!  Good lucK!

Deb Kroon Replied July 10, 2024, 7:54 PM EDT

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