Heres everything you should probably know about how to propagateChristmas cactus.
Heres how to propagate Christmas cactus using soil.
Take Cuttings
Start by taking one or more stem cuttings from a healthy Christmas cactus.
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Each cutting should have three to four of these segments.
This helps to prevent rotting or disease in the cuttings once they are planted.
Place the cutting in a location that receivesbright, indirect light.
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Dont water for the first one to two weeks, or until roots begin to sprout.
Theyll bounce right back in no time.
Be cautious of overwateringyou want the soil to be evenly moist but not soaking.
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In addition, many people enjoy watching the roots sprout, which is a distinct advantage of using water.
The stem cuttings should be partially submerged, with the fresh cut end facing downwards.
After one to two weeks, small white roots should begin to sprout.
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Whenever you decide to move them to soil, ensure that you use awell-drained soil mix.
Plant the rooted cuttings and water thoroughly.
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