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Posted 1M ago by @rootedNcute

How do I prop a leaf from her to make a new plant?

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5ft to light, direct
5” pot with drainage
Last watered 2 days ago
Best Answer
Disagree that leafs are harder, you just have to pick a strong healthy leaf. Cut it as close to the plant as possible - the longer the stalk the better chances of success. You can a) place it on top of soil in a humid environment (think closed container or a ziplock bag over the container) or b) stick the leaf in water. Both will work. I prefer the water method - changing regularly - as I like watching the progress. Once you have 2-3” of roots, you can plant. If you use the soil method you just have to keep it most and you’ll eventually see a small plant forming at the cut point of the stalk.
Good luck!!!!
I can grow violets well and I can propagate well…. But violets are hard to propagate. Suckers will propagate easier than a leaf would .
Hiya, my mom used to have an entire room dedicated to African Violets, when I was growing up.

@Figglet b) option was my mother’s successful method.

Have Fun!
Thank you all! I watched a few YouTube videos on this as well and I think I'm going to try the soil option seen and given by @Figglet in a few days when I repot them.
@rootedNcute please keep us updated.
I sure will @DesertGreen