How to propagate succulents
Let me introduce to you how to propagate succulents and the related knowledge of succulent cutting and care. Let's follow the editor to see the specific content!
Although there are many types of succulents, most of the succulents we raise are easy to propagate. Some can be propagated by stem cuttings, and some by leaf cuttings. The propagation method is simple and familiar to many people who have raised succulents. When moving the pots, it's inevitable that some leaves will fall off, or if you want to propagate more succulents, you can try this leaf cutting method, which is also very fun. So how do you propagate succulents by leaf cuttings?
1. The timing of succulent leaf cuttings
Choosing robust and healthy leaves without wounds will result in a higher survival rate for cuttings. It's best to propagate in spring and autumn, although winter and summer are also possible, but low or high temperatures can affect the survival rate of cuttings and the speed of root growth is not as fast as in spring and autumn.
2. The medium for propagating succulents
Actually, if you don't have special propagation soil, you can choose ordinary river sand or some breathable and loose soil. Of course, a mixture of half peat soil, some granular soil, and sand is more suitable for succulent propagation, as it promotes faster root growth and better growth.
3. The specific method of succulent propagation
Firstly, when choosing leaves, suitable succulents for leaf propagation include Markus, Purple Pearl, Flower Moon Night, Huangli, First Love, and Hongzhiyu, etc. As long as the leaves are easy to remove, you can gently shake them off. These succulents are easy to propagate through leaf cuttings.
The prepared leaves should not be soaked in water or exposed to direct sunlight. You can place them in a shaded area to dry the wounds a bit. Unhealthy leaves or those with black spots should not be chosen for leaf propagation.
How to propagate succulents
Then, prepare a seedling tray. The pot can be casual, but the soil should be loose and breathable, with a certain thickness to benefit the later growth of the succulent roots. The thicker the soil layer, the more developed the roots will grow. When propagating succulents by leaf cuttings, you can directly place the succulent leaves evenly on the soil surface, or you can insert them diagonally into the potting soil, both methods are feasible.
After leaf propagation, place them in a slightly diffused light area, avoiding direct sunlight, otherwise, the moisture in the leaves will evaporate before the roots grow, consuming the nutrients on the leaves. In general, place them in a lower light area with good ventilation, and do not water the soil too much to avoid leaf rot.