I'm a complete novice to planting succulent cuttings. Can anyone provide me step-by-step instructions? Thank you! :)
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Stick them in dirt water till moist! Let completly dry before watering! The whole secret to succulent s is DONT OVER WATER! its better to over "dry out"then to over water they like bright light but only some can handle direct sun! Neglect them they love it! Thats the trick to orchids too!
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Easiest thing in the plant world: Ideal rooting medium is potting soil with about 10% coarse sand mixed in (building supply item-very inexpensive). Place cutting in contact with soil. DO NOT water for several days to a week. Overwatering causes plant to rot. You can also use sphagnum moss to root cuttings, but I prefer the soil mix. If you root them in the container you wish to use, you are all set; in about two weeks they will have their own root system started. Good luck
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I'm sorry I can't answer these questions b/c I have not yet used any of the seeds, in part b/c there were no basic instructions as to how to grow (how deep to plant, etc.) Try cutting it back, most of pants will grow back. Sorry.
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I would prefer a powdered rooting compound to start the cuttings. Several are available that contain a rooting hormone.The Superthrive works best after the root system has been established.
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There were instructions with the seeds on how to plant them but I don't remember if there were any instructions on how to grow them inside. sorry
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Our temps here in Mo are still swinging dramatically. 70s one day, 50s the next and night temps still dipping in the upper 30s and 40s -if I would order them now I'd go the pot route. If you live in the South and winter temps don't go below 50, I'd put right in the ground. I planted mine in large (very large) decoratine pots and moved into the garage over winter -our winter temps run in the minus temps and only the strongest survive. My friends who had these plants live in the deep South so I assumed they prefer and thrive with the warmer temps dspite their claim that they are Northern hardy Our temps here in Mo are still swinging dramatically. 70s one day, 50s the next and night temps still dipping in the upper 30s and 40s -if I would order them now I'd go the pot route. If you live in the South and winter temps don't go below 50, I'd put right in the ground. I planted mine in large (very large) decoratine pots and moved into the garage over winter -our winter temps run in the minus temps and only the strongest survive. My friends who had these plants live in the deep South so I assumed they prefer and thrive with the warmer temps dspite their claim that they are Northern hardy
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Actually, I still have it in a really big pot. I've been meaning to plant it near a fence, but haven't done it. I think it's suffering in the pot, but now it must have a lot of roots, so I'm going to have to dig a really big hole. In the pot it has mostly gotten wide, not tall. I'm a little disappointed that the stalks are still very skinny, and only one is actually black at the moment. I guess I'd better plant it!
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It's still early enough to plant. Make sure you use a good fertilized soil and mulch a few inches deep out to about six inches past the root ball diameter. Water every day until the cold comes. I live in MA and put in 1 gallon plants 4 years ago. They are taller than me and almost 3 feet across at the root ball. 5-6 at the widest point of branch swell. Great plants. I have some 4 inch also and they lag about 1-2 years behind the 1 gallon starters. I get them as Xmas gifts and keep inside until spring. Leave in the pot, use a drip tray and water well. These are amazing to watch grow and very beautiful. And they will get big. Figure 5-6 feet for the mature root ball and up to 10 feet tall. I planted tight for dense screening, but could have gone 5-7 feet apart instead of 3. It's all what you want it to do. Look at pics on the web for scale and plant for maturity, not youth. They grow so fast! Enjoy.
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I separated all and put in small pots. If half make it I will be happy. They ship a lot in one pot so it looks like a great plant. I have lost 5 plants out of all that I got. Good luck.
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Hello, Isaac, Your question is a good one. Since instructions were not included with the product, I also asked the same question. I have used the product 3 times this season, basically as an experiment. Made a liquid drench in the spring and again in mid summer on selected potted cacti (2 tsp to a gallon of water) . Also used it in a soil-less potting mix - just a sprinkle. In addition, I searched and found recommendations on the web. I did notice that the plants really "perked up", appearing healthier and more robust. The root systems on the seedlings that received the drench appear to be more dense. We live in southern Utah and my cacti were outdoors throughout the summer. I am planning to use it again next growing season but would really like to learn more about the prescribed or recommended usage. I would suggest experimenting with a few of your plants and track the results. I am a novice so don't want to send you any misleading advice.
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No, there isn't. Generally, with succulents I just put them in cactus soil and water every week/two weeks depending on the plants needs. I also recommend a little cactus food for plants that are being potted. You might want to do some individual research because all you get here is a couple snips from other cacti.
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Honestly, I think you would be much better off watching an instructional video on Youtube. That way you can see what the sprouts should look like. Here is a link to a 5 minute one but there are many more. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IL0URJcZF8w Just watch a few and you will be ready for success.
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Yes, sean is correct, you must either start the plants somewhere (indoors in seed starting trays under fluorescent lights, I'd recommend), or purchase the plants (local garden center or online) and then transplant them into the Topsy Turvy when they are the right size (not to big so they'll fit through the holes, but not so small that they wont be able to withstand the transplant. They must be "hardened off" before they are transplanted also).
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I've not tried it with succulents. I have found succulents easy to root by just sticking them in the ground without any products.
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I am trying to do this with my kids as a project.... i have a "beginner" question: After it germinates , do we need to remove the cardboard and replant? or are the roots supposed to push through? we are only doing these in 5-gallon buckets and not in the ground. thank you for your help!
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I am told that you can get 2 cuttings from one planting, but it has never worked for me. It grows in sparsely, nothing like the first cut. I usually just have multiple trays going at one time, usually 3-4 days apart.
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I have not received my cuttings as of yet(have made two requests). I have planted in the past, and no you do not need to. I would make sure that you plant in a well draining pot or area though, and after sprouts appear, fertilize. At least I have had luck in the past doing this and it eliminates the chance of burning any rooting before it gets a firm hold.
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I recommend you pickup one of the great books out there on Herb gardens or Urban Self Sufficiency. Starter pots/Beds and and transfer to 4" pots once they are 2" high. There are a lot of other ways to do it, just remember to provide adequate watering and drainage plus indirect sunlight while sprouting the seeds. Pay attention to them daily to have a high suitability rate. Not all seed will germinate and not all plants will survive, THIS IS NORMAL. Older seeds tend to germinate less. Seeds poorly stored also germinate less. Harvest herbs before they flower, unless you are going to harvest the seeds. Have fun! I recommend you pickup one of the great books out there on Herb gardens or Urban Self Sufficiency. Starter pots/Beds and and transfer to 4" pots once they are 2" high. There are a lot of other ways to do it, just remember to provide adequate watering and drainage plus indirect sunlight while sprouting the seeds. Pay attention to them daily to have a high suitability rate. Not all seed will germinate and not all plants will survive, THIS IS NORMAL. Older seeds tend to germinate less. Seeds poorly stored also germinate less. Harvest herbs before they flower, unless you are going to... » Read More I recommend you pickup one of the great books out there on Herb gardens or Urban Self Sufficiency. Starter pots/Beds and and transfer to 4" pots once they are 2" high. There are a lot of other ways to do it, just remember to provide adequate watering and drainage plus indirect sunlight while sprouting the seeds. Pay attention to them daily to have a high suitability rate. Not all seed will germinate and not all plants will survive, THIS IS NORMAL. Older seeds tend to germinate less. Seeds poorly stored also germinate less. Harvest herbs before they flower, unless you are going to harvest the seeds. Have fun! « Show Less