There are three different ways to propagate a ZZ plant: stem cuttings, division, and leaf cuttings.
Heres everything you should probably know about propagating ZZ plants.
Its great for plants of all sizes and yields fairly reliable results.
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Fill a small plastic or terracotta pot with well-draining potting soil and plant the rooted cuttings.
Water the freshly planted cuttings well, allowing the excess water to drain from the pot.
Its best to start between 3 to 5 leaf cuttings at once since success rates can vary.
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Water the leaves carefully so that the soil is evenly moist, but not soaking.
Place the potted leaves in a warm location that receives bright, indirect light, such as a windowsill.
After 3 to 4 months, the leaves should begin developing small rhizomes and roots at the base.
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Keep caring for the cuttings and eventually, you will see small shoots growing from the new rhizomes.
This method is great if you have a large plant that you are looking to make a bit smaller.
Remove the Plant From Its Pot
Take your large ZZ plant and remove it from its pot.
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give a shot to break as few roots as possible during the process.
Repot New Plants
after you grab divided your plant, repot your new plants in separate pots.
Use soil that is well-draining, and either plastic or terracotta pots with drainage holes.
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Put your newly divided plants back in their original location and water thoroughly.
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