Jade Propagation!

10 years ago

last modified: 10 years ago

I was given some leaves in an attempt to start some Jade plants. I read to let the leaves form a callous prior to potting - some I left as a leaf on top of the soil & some I planted leaf end down in the soil.

A few questions - the larger leaves on the right were "planted" but seemed to be wrinkling & not rooting so I pulled them & laid them on the soil. Will they grow now or are they worthless?

The smaller leaf (close-up of the leaves on left) was always on top of the soil & now has a little rosette type growth from the leaf end. Is this the new plant forming? If so, how to I plant this? Will it grow roots in its own or do I plant it with that little growth in the soil?

Thanks! I'm excited to have these little guys.

(In a warm windowsill, "succulent" soil, only watered with medicine dropper when soil is dry...I've had them maybe 4 weeks...)

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bernardyjh
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Hi blutheinspired,

I believe you will find this resource helpful https://needlesandleaves.squarespace.com/blog/2013/5/31/propagating-leggy-succulents

From personal experiences on propagating, not all leaves will grow roots/seedlings.

Most of the time I get 60% of my leaves turning mushy or dry away when the conditions (leaves are pulled off correctly, light, moisture and temperature) are not right. It varies from plants to plants. But I think the best condition you can provide is place the leaves under a bright shade, get some top soil ie gravels - they provide great shade and supports within the cracks between the gravels to encourage growth.

Most people do not water until roots begin to form, then you can start using the dropper to keep the new roots moist.

At the end of the day, patience is the key; I heard from personal recounts that some fleshy leaves takes more than 4 months before they show signs of growth.

Best of luck!

Bernard
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bernardyjh
10 years ago
Here's another good thread to read - see a post by a-shau. Very helpful tips

http://forums.gardenweb.com/discussions/1817916/are-they-echeverias?n=33
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