The pieces develop new buds and roots in search of water and nutrients.
With succulents, leaf and stem cuttings are ideal for propagation.
Start with multiple pieces simultaneously for rooting success in case the first doesn’t work out.
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Heres everything you better know about propagating succulents from leaves or stems.
Light is most abundant during those seasons.
Warmth and light are the key factors stem and leaf cuttings need for rooting success.
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Best Succulents to Propagate
Many succulents are easy to propagate from stem and leaf pieces.
While simple, this step is one of the most important.
Allow the process to take two to four days.
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Wait until they are at least an inch across or have established root systems beforerepotting them.
Do not plant a leaf or stem cutting as soon as you remove it from the parent plant.
It needs at least two to four days for the cut or bruise spot to heal over.
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If planted right away, it becomes more susceptible to rot.
It’s better to propagate succulents with soil since they are less likely to rot.
Propagating succulents by water is possible and may go quicker, sprouting roots within one to two weeks.
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But, some types will not propagate that way at all.
As soon as you notice a root, remove it from the water.
Allow it to dry for two to four days, then plant it in fast, well-draining soil.
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Use a fast, well-draining potting soil, like a cactus or succulent mix.
Another viable option is to use half potting mix and half perlite, which encourages fast drainage.
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