Succulents are loved for their unique appearance and simple care, while cuttings are a common and easy way to reproduce. Here's how to grow succulent cuttings to help you easily expand your succulent family.
Healthy leaves:Choose succulent leaves that grow healthy and free of pests and diseases. Leaves that have already grown and matured can be selected.
Clear containers:Prepare a well-breathable, clean container, with the option of small pots or trays.
Suitable soil:Use soil suitable for the growth of succulents, which can often be purchased at floral or gardening shops.
Leaf Collection:Select the succulents you want to plant and gently cut a complete leaf with scissors or by hand. Make sure the bottom of the leaf is intact, preferably including the petiole.
Blade Treatment:Place the leaves in a cool, ventilated place and allow the incision to dry and heal. This process, which usually takes several hours, helps to reduce infections and encourage cuttings to take root better.
Buried in the soil:Place the appropriate amount of succulent soil in a container and insert it into the soil with a handle or stick, leaving a small hole for the cuttings.
Insert blade:Gently insert the bottom of the treated blade into the reserved hole, ensuring that the insertion depth is appropriate and the blade can be supported naturally.
Keep it moist:After cuttings, gently water the soil, keeping it moist but not too wet. Moderate humidity helps the cuttings to root smoothly.
Avoid direct sunlight:Placing the container of cuttings in a shaded or semi-shaded place, avoiding direct sunlight, will help the cuttings survive smoothly.
Waiting for rooting:Succulent cuttings take a certain amount of time to take root, usually between a few weeks and a few months. During this period, it should be kept moderately moist, and when the roots grow at the bottom of the leaves, it means that the cuttings have been successful.
Transplanting:Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into larger pots to continue with normal maintenance.
Cuttings propagation is an easy and fun way through which you can expand your succulent garden in a short period of time. Remember to be patient throughout the process and let these lovely succulents grow leisurely. Good luck with more beautiful succulents!