You can’t do it, because it just won’t work. Cuttings from trees like pines can take up to a year to root and it will simply not happen if they’re in water. They’ll just rot.

Can you root a pine tree branch in water?

You can’t do it, because it just won’t work. Cuttings from trees like pines can take up to a year to root and it will simply not happen if they’re in water. They’ll just rot.

Do pine trees grow from cuttings?

You can grow pine trees from cuttings. Propagating plants can be a great way to add to your collection, and they make fun gifts to offer friends and family. Many plants can be propagated from cuttings, including pine trees (​Pinus​ spp.), although it’s generally easier to grow them from seeds.