Taking clematis cuttings is a useful way to multiply a plant you already like.
The method is simple, but the best results come from choosing the right stem and keeping the cutting moist while it roots.
The easiest time is usually late spring to early summer, when the stems are young, flexible, and not too woody. Avoid weak, flowering, or damaged stems.
Select a healthy non-flowering shoot. Cut a section with at least one strong node, because roots are more likely to form near that point.
Trim just below a node and remove the lower leaves. Keep one pair of leaves at the top, cutting large leaves in half if needed.
Fill the pot with the light mix, water it, and insert the cutting so the node is just below the surface.
Cover with a clear dome and place in bright shade. Keep the mix lightly moist, not soaked. Rooting can take several weeks.
Clematis cuttings need patience, humidity, and gentle light. Once new growth appears, gradually remove the cover before potting the young plant on.