On 16 Apr 2005 11:07:49 -0700, "TomKan" wrote:

Can a Japanese Red Maple be started from a cutting??


Yes. You can do semi-hardwood cuttings late spring-early summer or
hardwood cuttings in late winter-early spring.

Use a non-soil based mix that drains well that holds moisture well,
but doesn't get too wet, like a sand-peat mix (more sand that peat).
Like Toad said you need to mist the cuttings to keep them moist.
Unless you can keep an eye on the cuttings you may want to set up an
automatic misting system. Mist every half hour to one hour for a few
seconds. Don't allow the cuttings to dry out completely.

You can also try this guy's method:

http://www.bonsaisite.com/faqn23.html

You might try both methods to cover your bases.

Good luck,

Layne