Your pothos is growing too vigorously at home, do you want to try propagating it yourself? Don't worry, let me give you a detailed explanation of how to propagate pothos, so you can easily become a plant expert!
I. Preparing for Pothos Propagation
First, you need to prepare some tools and materials. A pair of sharp scissors, a clear hydroponic bottle or flowerpot, and nutrient-rich soil that is well-aerated and has good drainage. If you like, you can also prepare some rooting powder, which is not necessary but can increase the success rate.
II. Selecting the Right Pothos Cuttings
The cuttings should be healthy, preferably with aerial roots. Such cuttings will root more easily and have a higher survival rate. The length of the cuttings should be controlled to about 10-15 cm, ensuring that each cutting has at least one node. Nodes are key to the growth of pothos, so be sure to keep them.
III. Preparing the Cuttings
Use scissors to cut the bottom of the cutting at a 45-degree angle. This can increase the water-absorbing area, making it easier for the cutting to absorb water. Remove the leaves from the bottom of the cutting to reduce water evaporation and prevent the leaves from rotting in the water.
IV. Water Propagation Method1. Insert the prepared cutting into a hydroponic bottle, with the water level submerging 1/3 to 1/2 of the bottom of the cutting.
2. If you want to speed up root growth, you can add a small amount of rooting powder solution to the water, such as an aspirin solution diluted at a ratio of 1:1000.
3. Change the water every 2-3 days to keep it clean. Avoid adding nutrient solution before rooting to prevent root rot.
4. Place the hydroponic bottle in a cool, ventilated place, away from direct sunlight.
V. Soil Propagation Method1. Fill the prepared nutrient soil into a flowerpot and gently compact it.
2. Insert the prepared cutting into the soil to a depth of about half the length of the cutting, ensuring it is stable.
3. Water thoroughly and place it in a cool, ventilated place, keeping the soil moist.
4. If you want to increase air humidity, you can cover the pot with a plastic bag, but be sure to ventilate it to avoid high temperatures causing rot.
VI. Post-Propagation Care1. Maintain suitable temperature and humidity. The optimal temperature for pothos propagation is 20-25°C, and the humidity should be maintained at 70%-80%. You can increase air humidity by methods such as misting or covering with plastic wrap.
2. Avoid direct sunlight. Before rooting, the pothos needs to be placed in a cool, ventilated place to avoid leaf scorch from direct sunlight. After rooting, you can gradually increase the light exposure, but avoid strong sun.
3. Water moderately. Before rooting, keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, with regular light watering. Do not overwater to avoid stem rot.
VII. Precautions1. When propagating pothos, ensure the leaves on the stem are intact.
2. When propagating potted pothos, it's best to use a pot with small holes at the bottom for easy drainage.
3. Do not water too much, otherwise the leaves are prone to turning yellow and falling off. Especially in winter, water less, and the temperature should not be too low, preferably always above 10°C. Therefore, be sure to keep it warm in winter.
After all that, don't you think propagating pothos is actually very simple? Come and give it a try, I'm sure you can successfully grow beautiful pothos!