rooting succulents?

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Ali_Elise New York, NY Feb 17, 2010

Hi, I'm pretty new to all of this plant stuff, but I am sure getting hooked! Anyway, a friend of mine gave me a couple little pieces of a a succulent plant she just bought at home depot (unsure of type, just said succulent), and I read to root them in damp potting soil, which I guess is working, as after two weeks they are green and perky... But I know in general succulents like it dry, so I'm wondering when to stop keeping it damp and start letting it get dry, and when they need to be moved to a sandier type of soil like is usually recommended for cacti/succulents?
I really appreciate the help! thanks!!

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Machikoneko Hometown, IL(Zone 5a) Feb 24, 2010

Here's how I do mine. I let them sit until the cut ends are callused (about 1-2 weeks), and then dip them in water and dip them in rooting powder. Plant them in the soil you intend to use, and water the soil. (You can plant the cuttings by poking holes in the soil with a pencil, and inserting the cuttings.)
Tent them with a plastic bag, preferably the type you get veggies from the store in. They're thin, and are the easiest to work with, especially with succulents.
Now the most important part: take the bag off EVERY day, and turn it inside out. They should root within 2 weeks. You can check if they're rooted by pulling gently on them.
When they're rooted, you can get rid of the bag, and treat them normally.
Succulents are one of the easiest plants to root. If they should rot, don't beat yourself up- I can't tell you how many plants I've killed in learning this! Try again, and eventually you'll get it- never give up!
If you're doing cacti, don't water the soil or use the bag- they'll probably rot.
Good luck, and I hope this helps! :D

Marsha.

(If you want an expert's opinion, look palmbob up- he's a master!!)

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