Stem Cuttings Project

Start new plants using pieces cut from your favorite plant!

Here's what you'll need:

• Your favorite plant
• Potting Mix
• Rooting compound (*optional - helpful for hard to root plants)
• Small container
• Water

Here's how to do it:

• Fill small container with potting mix
• Use sharp scissors to cut 4 to 6" pieces of stem - make cut above a healthy leaf
• Remove the lowest set of leaves from your stem cutting
• Dip the end of the stem in rooting compound*
• Tap off extra rooting compound*
• Stick your finger in the potting mix to make a pocket for your cutting
• Place cutting in the hole you just made and firm the soil around the stem
• Water just enough to moisten soil, and again only when the potting mix starts to dry.  (Keep the soil moist, but not wet).
• Set container in open plastic bag for added humidity
• Keep in a bright location out of direct sun

Ready to Grow

• Roots should form in 1 to 2 weeks
• Move plant to a sunny location and water as needed

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