Attempting to propogate. Did I do this right?
After the unfortunate turn of Beansss most likely developing root rot from their sadly way too wet soil, I've repotted all my succulents into larger pots and planted some (a lot actually...) poor hyacinths we had growing in a bag in the garage. (The bulbs weren't supposed to grow, but they did anyway. Very moist ziplock bag). Beansss now has many of their jellybeans stuck into the dirt and watered, hopefully not overwatered again.
The end that was attached to the stem is the end I stuck into the dirt for the jellybeans. Will these root? I already propogated incorrectly with an aloe and would appreciate a confirmation on this one. #sedum #propogation
The end that was attached to the stem is the end I stuck into the dirt for the jellybeans. Will these root? I already propogated incorrectly with an aloe and would appreciate a confirmation on this one. #sedum #propogation
5” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 year ago
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Aloe is one of the few succulents that can't be propagated via leaves, but sedum (jellybean plant) absolutely can. It takes a very long time, especially for a plant with leaves as small as a jellybean, but if the leaf was removed correctly they'll eventually sprout roots and grow little baby plants.
As a side note...you mentioned repotting your succulents into larger pots. When a plant is in a pot that's too big for it, there's a much greater chance of overwatering. That's because after you water it, the roots absorb what they need and are then left sitting in a bunch of excess damp soil. Succulents prefer to be snug in their pots, and many have very shallow root systems, so you only need to repot them when they're clearly outgrowing their pots (roots are coming out of drainage holes or new pups are pushing against the sides). When you do repot, make sure the new pot is no more than one pot size or 2-3 inches bigger than the previous pot. For example, a 4" pot if your plant is in a 2" pot, or a 6" pot if your plant is in a 3" pot, and so on.
As a side note...you mentioned repotting your succulents into larger pots. When a plant is in a pot that's too big for it, there's a much greater chance of overwatering. That's because after you water it, the roots absorb what they need and are then left sitting in a bunch of excess damp soil. Succulents prefer to be snug in their pots, and many have very shallow root systems, so you only need to repot them when they're clearly outgrowing their pots (roots are coming out of drainage holes or new pups are pushing against the sides). When you do repot, make sure the new pot is no more than one pot size or 2-3 inches bigger than the previous pot. For example, a 4" pot if your plant is in a 2" pot, or a 6" pot if your plant is in a 3" pot, and so on.
When propagating cutting it's recommended to let them set for 2 days for the end to callus over then put in potting mix.
If you only have an oversized pot for repotting try putting a rocks in the bottom of your pot. Maybe half full or more if necessary. This will give less dirt overall and help with drainage.
Happy planting.
If you only have an oversized pot for repotting try putting a rocks in the bottom of your pot. Maybe half full or more if necessary. This will give less dirt overall and help with drainage.
Happy planting.
@stephonicle @GuruSplitrock21
Thank you both! I have very limited pot sizes, so I will definitely try out the rocks in the bottom. I love plants, but definitely have a lot to learn ^^'
Thank you both! I have very limited pot sizes, so I will definitely try out the rocks in the bottom. I love plants, but definitely have a lot to learn ^^'
@ExecAudreyficus @GuruSplitrock21
Adding rocks to the bottom of pots can actually increase the risk of root rot because it raises the soil level closer to the roots. Can't recall the specifics regarding the science but it has to do with something called the perched water table.
Adding rocks to the bottom of pots can actually increase the risk of root rot because it raises the soil level closer to the roots. Can't recall the specifics regarding the science but it has to do with something called the perched water table.