These step-by-step instructions will help you propagate jade plants from stem or leaf cuttings successfully.
However, you need a large,established jade plantif you want to take a lot of stem cuttings.
Leave the cuttings to dry for a few days undisturbed.
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To increase the chances that the cuttings will root,dip the cut ends in rooting hormonebefore planting them.
During this time, water the cuttings sparingly whenever thetop 14 inch of soil feels dry.
At this point, repot the rooted jade plant cuttings into larger pots if needed.
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Dont cover jade cuttings with domes or plastic baggies while theyre rooting.
Jade plants are sensitive to too much humidity, and an overly humid environment increases the chances of rot.
Add some clean gravel to the propagation jars if needed to keep the cuttings upright.
Bury the jade plant roots about 1 inch deep and water them lightly.
Move your new jade plants into bright, indirect light andwater them when the soil dries out.
With luck, you should start to notice new growth soon.
Step 1:Gather leaves that fell from the plant or gently break off the leaves with your fingers.
Cutting off leaves with a knife can damage the leaves and make them less likely to root.
There is no need to cover the jade leaves with a humidity dome while theyre rooting.
Step 5:After a few weeks, the jade leaves should start to form roots.
Then they’ll develop small plantlets within two months.
