HOW TO: Propagate Succulents

Because of their many uses and varieties, succulents have become popular low-maintenance houseplants, as well as beautiful and unique additions to cut flower arrangements — including our Loring arrangement. Succulent propagation is a fun and easy way to repurpose succulents from an arrangement into potted plants that you can enjoy for years to come!

Steps to Propagation

1. Prepare your soil and container. Use a soil that promotes adequate drainage for the succulent, such as a cactus mix, or create your own soil mix from amendments such as perlite, vermiculite, or sand. Select a container and fill with your chosen soil.

2. Choose a succulent to propagate.

3. Prepare the stem. It is important that the plant has at least ½ inch of stem before planting. If necessary, remove some of the leaves around the bottom layers. Along with the bottom leaves, any flowers should also be removed.

4. Plant the cutting. Once your succulent is ready, simply push the stem into the soil until the stem is submerged.

Tip: Individual succulent leaves can also be propagated. Simply take healthy, firm leaves from a plant and push the cut end into soil.

Aftercare

Water the plants as necessary. The soil should be damp when watered, but there should never be standing water. Growth should become apparent after about 6 weeks. Once established, succulents enjoy a sunny location with limited water — watering is only necessary approximately once every two to three weeks.