Method of propagating Kalanchoe
This article provides related experience in flower planting, answering netizens' questions about Kalanchoe propagation methods and the techniques of cutting propagation. Detailed content is shared below.
Kalanchoe cannot tolerate stifling heat and strong light, so in the summer, it enters a semi-dormant state. Now that it's autumn and the weather is gradually cooling down, there has been a noticeable change in the growth of Kalanchoe, just like the pot in my house that has already started to sprout new buds!
Since it has entered the growing period, pruning is definitely necessary. However, I prefer another method, which is cutting propagation! When the conditions are right, you can propagate several pots, leaving no space left in the house! So, what I'm going to talk about today is how to propagate Kalanchoe through cuttings!
There are mainly two methods of propagating Kalanchoe: one is using stem cuttings, and the other is using leaf cuttings!
For the first time, I recommend using stems because they have a higher survival rate! The cuttings should generally be trimmed to a length of 2-3 nodes; otherwise, cutting too much can severely damage the original plant, and we wouldn't want to risk losing the whole for the sake of a small gain!
The cut stems can first be soaked in root-promoting water for a period, then taken out and placed in a well-ventilated, shaded area to dry. As for the containers for propagation, they can not only be flower pots but also plastic bottles, yogurt containers, disposable paper cups, etc., as long as they are clean containers!
Method of propagating Kalanchoe
However, the soil used for cuttings should be loose and well-draining, and vermiculite or coconut bricks can also be used! The soil can be sprayed with water in advance, then the stems are inserted. To maintain humidity, you can cover it with a transparent plastic bag and make a few holes with toothpicks for ventilation!
About every three days, open it to spray water and ventilate. After two weeks, if there are no problems with the stems, it indicates that they have rooted! Then, the bag can be removed, and after another three weeks, it can be transplanted into a larger pot!
Using leaf cuttings, although the rooting speed is relatively slower than stem cuttings, the survival rate is also high. When picking the leaves, choose the thick ones without any damage, but not the large ones, as these are old leaves!
The cut leaves should be placed in a shaded, well-ventilated area for two hours. Be sure not to throw them directly in the sunny south-facing balcony, or the leaves will wilt! You can also use a seedling box for propagation, because after rooting, you can plant it with the original soil clump in the flower pot, which can fully protect the roots!
Like propagating succulents with leaves, place the Kalanchoe leaves on the soil and remember to water the soil in advance. Don't spray water after the leaves are placed, or it will lead to rot. For later watering, you can place it in a tray with clean water, so the soil will slowly absorb water through the bottom holes, thus keeping the soil moist!
Don't rush to transplant after rooting; it's best to wait until it sprouts because by then the growth is stabilized and the survival rate is higher!
The above explanation about Kalanchoe propagation methods and cutting propagation techniques is hoping to bring a little help to your life!