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Hello Gardeners,
Succulents are some of the easiest houseplants to care for, as they almost thrive on neglect. These tough, effortless plants have pulpy leaves and stems that can be used to propagate new starts. It’s a simple, straightforward project that requires just a few steps and supplies.
First, choose healthy leaves near the bottom of the stem, and gently twist the leaves off using your fingers. Make sure the entire base of the leaf is removed, or the new plant will eventually rot and die. After removing several leaves, lay them on a paper towel for four to five days until the wound heals and scabs over.
Next, prepare a shallow tray filled with a damp soil/sand mixture, and lay the succulent leaves on top with the calloused end facing upward. Lightly press the leaf into the soil and place the tray in a warm area where the leaves will receive indirect sunlight. With a spray bottle, mist the plants daily, to just dampen the top layer of soil.
Be patient. Succulents are very slow growing, and the new, small roots should appear along the calloused end within a month. After new leaves begin growing and the roots are better developed, it’s time to transplant the baby plants in their own pots. Again, use a mixture of approximately three parts potting soil and one part sand. Within a few months you will be rewarded with new succulent plants to keep for yourself or share with friends and family.
Happy Gardening,
Barb
Oak Hill Garden Center, formerly known as Oakwood Greenhouse, was established in the mid 1970’s. Since that time, our garden center has grown. We have three greenhouses as well as other seasonal items. The garden center was designed to provide a service to the community as well as vocational opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. We provide employment opportunities for individuals who live at Oakwood as well as others who live in the community. Throughout the year we have: ferns house plants succulents tropicals vegetable plants perennials annuals mums gourds mosquito plants ornamental pepper plants assortment of herbs |
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