ANYONE air layer yaupon holly before?

[that-guy]

There are tons of them around my house and only a few female. I was wondering how well they took to air layering as a way to get a female tree. I've searched but couldn't find any info on this. Has anyone done it, how long did it take and did it work?

 

[bonsaibp]

I've done it a few times and every time it took two years to get enough roots to separate. Typical removal of a ring of bark.

 

[lackhand]

I just got one of these so I've been reading up on them. They're supposed to do alright from cuttings, but that might take too long if you're wanting a larger bonsai, or some trees for your yard. If you try either cuttings or layering, let us know how it goes. Good luck!