7. Acer negundo

Common name(s): Box Elder, Ash-Leaved Maple

Plant type: deciduous medium tree
Primary method of propagation: seed
Alternate propagation method(s): cutting, grafting/budding

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: summer
Cutting maturity: semi-hardwood
Rooting hormone : IBA TALC 8000 PPM
Rooting environment : intermittent mist
Time to rooting : 5-7 weeks
Comment: Wound cutting

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: autumn
Time of year to sow seed: spring
Seed treatment : cold-warm-cold stratification
Preferred temperature for germination : 70-85 degrees F
Time required for germination : 8-12 weeks
Comment: Treat seedbeds with repellents against birds and mice,and fungicide to prevent damping off. Shade is recommended the first summer. Seeds are sown 1/4 to 1 inch deep.

Propagation by Grafting

Time of year to graft: spring
Type of graft: cleft, side graft