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Ways to Propagate Succulents

2020/08/02 · 校工庫瑪

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Ways to Propagate Succulents

Succulents can be propagated in several ways, including leaf propagation, stem cuttings, beheading, offsets, and seed sowing. The best method depends on the plant type, its current health, and the season.

Leaf propagation is approachable for many beginners, while cuttings and beheading are useful when a plant has stretched, aged, or needs a backup before summer. Seed sowing takes more patience but can produce interesting variation.

Whatever method you choose, start with healthy material, let wounds dry where appropriate, avoid overwatering, and give the new growth stable light and airflow.