There’s no better way to make a house feel more relaxing, cheerful, and inviting than with houseplants. They are beautiful to look at and help to purify the air, bringing a sense of peace and tranquility to every space. Growing houseplants and watching them thrive provides any plant parent, novice or veteran, with a sense of pride and accomplishment. However, the cost of purchasing houseplants can add up quickly. Luckily, there is a budget-friendly way to add more plants to your home or give the gift of plant parenthood to a friend.
**4 Houseplants You Can Grow Easily from Cuttings**
**Christmas Cactus**
Named for their blooming period, Christmas cacti are colorful and easy to care for. To grow from cuttings, follow these steps:
– Snip a Y-shaped cutting from the tip of the stem.
– Dry the cutting on a paper towel for three hours before planting.
– Plant the cutting one-quarter of its length below the surface in a pot of damp peat and sand.
– Keep in a sunny area with slightly moist soil for optimal growth.
**Pothos**
Pothos is one of the easiest plants to grow from cuttings. To propagate:
– Cut a healthy stem with four or more leaves.
– Remove the leaf closest to the cut end.
– Dip the end in rooting hormone and plant in a mixture of peat moss and perlite.
– Keep soil moist and place in a bright area, away from direct sunlight.
**Jade**
Jade plants are simple to propagate but require patience for calloused cuttings to form roots. Here’s how:
– Cut a healthy leaf and place it on top of slightly damp organic soil.
– Roots will form in two to three weeks, and new leaves will sprout.
– Keep the soil moist and provide indirect sunlight for optimal growth.
**Spiderwort**
Spiderworts make lovely hanging plants and are easy to propagate. To grow from cuttings:
– Water the plant thoroughly the night before cutting to ensure it’s hydrated.
– Cut healthy tips at a 45-degree angle just below a leaf node.
– Remove leaves from the bottom of the cuttings and place in clean water.
– Transfer to soil once roots appear, and keep in a well-lit room with moist soil.
With these simple steps, you can easily propagate new plants from existing ones. Practice makes perfect, so don’t be discouraged if you don’t succeed on your first try. Soon, you’ll be a plant propagating guru!
