How do I propagate these guys? I know you can cut off the top and do it that way, but I need further instruction.
I posted this question some time ago, got a promise of a response but have yet to get one.
Can anyone walk mr through the process?
The one on your right shoud root by cuttin the top about four or five inches from the top, remove the bottom leaves, let it callus a few days, then stick it into cactus mix that is moist not wet, and mist every day . They are like the ghost plants. You can even root the leaves by letting them callus and putting them into the soil around your larger cuttings.
I dont know if the plant on the left side has anything that can be cut, maybe a differrent shot of it could show what type of growth is on it, most succulents need callusing and then put into soil, some leaves you can just place on top o the soil and mist till you see ariel roots, then put it into the soil. Humidity will give you those areial roots pretty quick.
I appreciate the information. Funny you brought up misting. I brought back a dried out, and I mean REALLY dried out, Croton by misting it heavily, daily. The recovery and transformation was miraculous.
After I make the cut, will I see new growth where I cut? Is there an optimal time of year when I should propagate this?
Here is a closer shot at the top of the left hand portion of this plant. As you can see, lots of new growth. Let me know what you think about this side.
Thank you so much for answering this post!
The best time to root succulents is Spring.
Is that assuming they are outdoors or can I recreate their Springtime? Clearly I don't know much about planting seasons. Embarrassing. I grew up in the Southern most point of Texas where there really aren't seasonal variations. It goes from very hot and humid to less hot and rainy. So, I apologize for my ignorance. I've been reading, and I'm working on it as there are actual seasons where I live now!
So, should I wait, or can I go ahead and do it now?
Thanks~
Kiley
If you can provide the same conditions it needs now, there's nothing to say hey won't root, but most plants have in their memory banks the seasons and know when to go dormant is what I believe . If you can just get them the humidity and temps they need, it should root enough to sustain it thru winter where you can place them n dappled shade in spring o get hem going. I'd give it a try, terrarium style would be good. I did that around the newly hatched baby box turtles, all the succulents lived and I sprayed them all with water and at intervals I used a weak solution of mg.. My problem is that they needed a lot of light so they got leggy. With a flour cent light you can root all winter, plus your moisture. It just depends on how far you want to go and invest in ths, and the room you would need, just an empty table, lights and a spray bottle..
Good luck, we have all been there, so don't hesitate to ask.
My best friend raises Sulcata turtles.
Got the room all set. It already serves as a makeshift greenhouse. Thanks for the advice..... And patience. Don't worry. I'm a quick study!
Peace~
Kiley
Oh man, those are big turtles, I just recode five Sulcatas, we fed them for three years and all they do is eat and get bigger, I think we rehomed 8 boxies, five Sulcatas and three water turtles. I have a small rescue going here.
Lots of work, but so worth it. I don't think I'm going to take in anymore.. Mine just laid eggs and ill be on the lookout for the babies. Lol, thy sure are cute newborns.
You'll be a pro in no time and will be able to help new folks growing cacti..
I spent much of my youth on South Padre Island. It is prime nesting for the very endangered Kemp Ridley. Eggs are gathered, hatched and raised to release. I am closely associated with one of the govts. Top turtle guys in Texas. If you ever need info, let me know. I'm well connected. I don't know much, but my people do! I sound important huh? No. My sister is a marine biologist.
