Can I Propagate Cuttings in Perlite and Water Instead of Soil?
Asked by PlantLover123
Hey everyone, I'm really new to plant propagation and I usually see people sticking cuttings in soil or hanging them in water. I'm curious about trying a different method: filling a small pot with perlite and putting it in a water reservoir, kind of like bottom watering. Has anyone done this? Is there a specific reason people don't usually recommend it? I found one instance of someone having success with it, but I'm wondering if I'm missing something obvious here. Thanks!
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Honestly, succulents don’t need that method. Just let any cuts dry out for a day or so to callus before planting them directly in soil. It’s less work and just as effective!
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I actually use this method quite often, but mostly for plants that aren't succulents. Succulents do just fine when propagated directly in soil. I've had good luck with it for ZZ plants, pothos, and even snake plants. It definitely works for some types of plants!
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GreenThumbGal: So is it just that this method is unnecessary for succulents, and the simpler methods are just preferred since they’re easier? I think the example I stumbled across might've been for a snake plant too.