How to plant a money tree: simple methods for Crassula

Crassula is a succulent with succulent thick leaves and stem, but weak root. The plant is easy to care for, easily propagated at home, and rarely gets sick. The crop becomes vulnerable during planting of cuttings - incorrect actions lead to rotting of the roots or underground part of the shoot. If the shoot is large enough, the cut can be renewed, but it is better to immediately plant the money tree correctly.

Selection of planting material and soil

The money tree is propagated by cuttings, leaves and seeds.
If you have an adult money tree at home, you can independently collect the required amount of planting material. You can also purchase seedlings at a flower shop. The money trees from which planting material will be taken must be mature, strong and healthy.

To extract a cutting from an adult Crassula, you need to select suitable branches for cutting. They can be of different sizes (preferably about 10 cm or more). Then carefully cut off the required amount.

You can also use a ready-made shoot for planting. To do this, it is necessary to germinate the cuttings in advance until roots form on it.

You can buy soil for planting that is special for succulents, or you can prepare it yourself. The most important thing is that the soil is loose, light, nutritious and holds the required amount of moisture.

To prepare your own substrate, take peat - 2 parts, sand - 3 parts, leaf soil - 2 parts, a little vermiculite or perlite. If possible, it is better to take washed river sand.

Planting at home

To plant Crassula we need a pot, soil and a flower. Crassula is a heavy plant with a thick trunk and voluminous leaves, which means the pot must be stable. Another requirement for the pot is large drainage holes so that moisture does not accumulate in the roots. The size of the bowl is chosen based on the size of the plant. The diameter should be approximately equal to the diameter of the crown.

We take soil for planting with a granular structure in order to avoid stagnation of water in the pot.
You can buy a special mixture for succulents, or you can add sand to regular flower soil in a 1 to 1 ratio. If you decide to prepare the soil yourself, then it is preferable to use the following components :

Leaf soil, peat and sand (preferably coarse) - 1 part each.
Turf soil - 3 parts.
Mineral fertilizers - 1 g per liter of soil. Instead of mineral fertilizers, you can use ash or crushed coal.

Important ! Crassula grows best in clay pots.

How fast does it grow?

The money tree grows slowly, like all succulents. With age, its crown grows faster and more luxuriantly. The growth rate is affected by :

Season. In summer, the plant adds 3 to 5 cm per month. In winter, the fat plant goes into a dormant period and the tree stops growing.
Excessive watering. In summer, the fat plant needs to be watered 1-2 times a week, and in winter once every 2-3 weeks.
Too big pot. We choose a shallow container for planting, since until the tree’s roots entwine the entire space of the pot, the crown will grow very poorly.
Incorrectly selected soil.
Insufficient lighting.

How to grow from a shoot?

The most popular and easiest way to propagate Crassula is to plant a cutting.

To begin with, we select a thick, even sprout, which can be without roots or with already sprouted aerial roots. The stalk should be 7-10 cm long.
Remove leaves from the bottom by about 3 cm.
After trimming, it must be dried for 3-4 hours.

Important ! The cuttings with roots will begin to grow faster.

Cuttings are rooted in spring or summer, as this is the plant’s growth period. It is not advisable to do this in winter and autumn - the shoot may rot and die. But if this does not happen and the roots still appear, it will take about 1 month for rooting.

The shoots are either placed in boiled water at room temperature, or buried in the soil, which must be constantly slightly moistened.

How to grow from a leaf?

This method is not difficult, but it takes a lot of time. It will take several years to get a beautiful money tree. The leaves take root easily, but the shoot will appear only after a month .

To do this, choose large green leaves without damage. They are separated from the shoot and buried with the base down 1/3 of the length into the ground. When rooting, it is important to monitor the soil moisture, which should not be wet, otherwise the leaves will quickly rot. The soil should be slightly moist and have time to dry between waterings.

Crassula leaves accumulate arsenic, drawing it from the soil. Therefore, the plant is considered poisonous.

Selection of capacity

The selection of a container for planting a money tree should be done based on the size of the cutting or shoot. The root system of the Crassula is small, so you should choose not deep pots. But since the flower grows a powerful trunk in the future, the container should not be narrow.

When planting Crassula in a pot that is too large, the roots may rot and the development of the plant may stop.

The plant subsequently develops a powerful and heavy crown. It is advisable to choose a container for planting that is heavier and more stable. Clay pots work well. Stability of the container can be easily achieved by adding crushed stone or other small stone to the bottom of the pot.

How to transplant or plant a flower

The roots of the Money Tree often get tangled together. You can wait until the last moment until the plant outgrows its pot. Typically, Crassula can stay in its pot for a year or even two.

Replant the flower during its active growth period. Photo used as illustration. Source: Yandex.Images

But the new pot should not be much larger than the old one. Let's say you are replanting a tree from a 10 cm pot, then take a 12-14 cm container. It is wise to use a portion of fresh soil to replenish the supply of nutrients that the plant will absorb from the soil.

Conditions for keeping a money tree at home

The money tree prefers well-lit areas in the house. The western, eastern or southwestern sides are suitable for it. But it is better to protect the crassula from direct sunlight.

For uniform development of the crown of the money tree, it should be regularly turned towards the light source.

Crassulas are drought-resistant (due to the accumulated moisture in the thick and fleshy leaves). They do not need high humidity or spraying. But the money tree loves water treatments in the form of wiping the leaves with a cotton pad moistened with clean water.

Crassula does not like frequent transplants. It is worth moving a tree if it becomes sick or the root system enlarges. An adult plant needs to be replanted no more than once every 3 years.

When buying a flower in a store, it is worth replanting it after 14–30 days to replace the transport soil with nutritious soil. The pot should be slightly wider than the one in which it was purchased.

Leaf propagation

Crassula can be propagated using leaves. This method is acceptable when there is no suitable cutting for propagation. The leaf can only be taken from an adult, healthy specimen.

Only green varieties of money trees can be propagated by leaves. Variegated varieties will lose their original color.

Leaf propagation is carried out in several ways: soil, water and with the help of moss.

Instructions on how to grow a money tree step by step from a leaf immersed in the ground:

You should take a healthy leaf and dry it a little. For rooting you will need a container filled with a drainage layer and loose soil.
There is no need to bury the leaf. It is enough to stick it into the ground a little. You can secure the sheet with something so that it is in a vertical position.
For the first few days, you should cover the leaf with a glass or film to create greenhouse conditions.
Several times a day you need to ventilate the seedling and also spray the soil with warm water.
After a month, the leaf should take root. After successful rooting, the young plant can be transplanted into a pot of soil.

Instructions on how to root a fat plant with a leaf using water:

It is necessary to cut off a healthy leaf of an adult plant and immerse it in a small container filled with clean water. You can add a product to the water that accelerates and stimulates the growth of the root system.
The glass with the leaf should be placed in a warm place, avoiding direct sunlight on the plant.
After about a month, the leaf will give roots, and the plant can be transplanted into a separate pot with soil intended for succulents.

The water propagation method is dangerous because the leaves and emerging roots can rot from high humidity. Therefore, it is recommended to carefully inspect this part of the fat plant for signs of rotting.

Rooting Crassula with leaves and moss is an unusual method of propagation, but some gardeners use this method. For this method, you will need a piece of moss, which can be obtained in the forest or bought in a specialized store. It is advisable to treat the moss with a special insect repellent, as well as a solution of potassium permanganate.

The treated moss should be placed in a pot or container. Place a cut leaf of Crassula on top of the moss. It is not necessary to cover the moss with film or glass. The main thing is to ensure that the moss is slightly moist and not dry. After the roots appear, the leaf can be transplanted into the ground.

Planting methods

Planting or replanting a money tree at home is a fairly simple process. It does not require special skills.

There are 4 ways to root a flower:

cuttings;
shoots;
leaf;
seeds.

Planting by cuttings

When planting a money tree using cuttings, prepare the planting material in advance. Select suitable branches from an adult tree and carefully cut them.

Preference should be given to branches that have aerial roots. You can use planting material from the bottom of several segments. Roots usually form at the junctions of these segments. If necessary, it is allowed to remove several lower leaves.

Before further work with the cutting, you must leave it to dry in a dark place for a day or more. Otherwise, the cut will rot when it comes into contact with water or soil.

The landing procedure is as follows:

Place drainage about 2 cm thick at the bottom of the pot (it is necessary to remove excess moisture and prevent root rotting).
Cover the drainage with a layer of soil. Its thickness should be adjusted depending on the length of the cutting and the height of the pot. The cutting segments without leaves should be underground.
Place the branch in the middle of the pot and carefully cover it with soil, while slightly compacting the soil.
Water the planted cuttings so that the entire soil is well saturated with water.

The video gives a visual representation of the rooting of flower cuttings:

Planting with shoots

Preparing shoots will take longer than cuttings, since it takes time for the roots to germinate. You can do this in several ways:

put the cutting in water;
place in a small amount of soil;
place the lower part of the branch in a humid environment;
put in a dark place.

The video below describes step by step the rules for obtaining and rooting a shoot:

After the roots have formed, place the shoot in a pot. The procedure for planting a shoot is the same as for a cutting. Except that the shoot already has small roots. Handle planting material carefully so as not to break off the root shoots.

Leaf planting

Money tree leaves are planted by analogy with cuttings. The sequence is as follows:

From a mature tree, select several large, healthy leaves.
Cut them off and leave them to dry for about a day.
Before rooting, keep the planting material in a growth stimulator solution (half an hour will be enough). You can take any one. Epin is perfect - 10 g - per 1 liter of water.
Place the prepared sheet in soil or moistened moss.
Create a greenhouse effect for the flower while roots are forming. For this purpose, cover the container with film or glass.
Periodically open the seedling for ventilation and spraying.

The video shows a simplified version of leaf propagation of Crassula:

Planting by seeds

At home, planting a money tree with seeds is not often practiced. Flowering of Crassula in temperate climates is very rare. And acquiring seeds is not so easy. Germinating seeds is quite a long process.

To grow a money tree with seeds:

Prepare a low container.
Lay down the soil. A mixture of leaf soil and sand is suitable as soil.
Sow the seeds in the ground and cover with film or glass to create a humid atmosphere.
Raise the shelter periodically and moisten the soil. When most of the seeds have germinated, remove the cover completely.
After two to three pairs of leaves appear, young plants must be planted in separate pots.

How to propagate a money tree. Features of the Crassula

Crassula, crassula or money tree

Crassula, or scientifically Crassula, is commonly called the coin tree, but more often the money tree for the obvious resemblance of small, round and shiny leaf blades to coins. This succulent plant, belonging to the extensive Crassulaceae family, is extremely widespread in the wild, but is most often found in the Southern Hemisphere. Only a few species are used in indoor floriculture.

A short (up to 0.5 m) evergreen tree with one or several thickened trunks has a dense crown, the branches of which are densely strewn with smooth and elastic leaves (4 to 7 cm in diameter) of a rich dark green hue. A young Crassula has a delicate, greenish bark; with age, its color changes to grayish-brown. The care and maintenance of this crop at home has some features:

Excess moisture is detrimental to Crassula. When overmoistened, the root system rots, the foliage becomes covered with brownish-brownish spots and crumbles;
The plant is light-loving; it is preferable to keep it on windowsills facing the south and west. However, direct burning rays of the sun leave disfiguring burns on the fleshy leaves, so in summer the flower needs to be shaded a little;
Crassula does not tolerate heavy, very moisture-intensive and poorly drained soils. It is necessary to select specialized substrates intended for succulents;
since under natural conditions this crop grows on poor lands, frequent feeding is harmful for it;
crown formation, which involves timely pinching of fresh shoots, is mandatory for a money tree, since this procedure stimulates the active growth of above-ground green mass.

Planting options

Planting a money tree in a pot is just one design option. Crassula can decorate a house by “settling” in a florarium or in a “garden in a bowl.”

Home florarium

Florariums are decorative floral arrangements created in special transparent containers that do not require special care.
A flower group with a money tree and other suitable plants in a florarium has an original appearance and takes up little space. An important criterion for planting different plants in a transparent container is their compatibility. The living conditions for crops planted together should be similar.

You need to add charcoal to the special soil for succulents. Being in a confined space provokes rotting of the roots, and coal allows you to disinfect decaying organic matter.

Watering succulents in a florarium should be done sparingly. In an almost closed space, water does not evaporate well, and the fat woman does not like excess moisture. If the florarium is closed, it is important not to forget to open it for fresh air.

"Kindergarten in a bowl"

An equally original option for decorating indoor flowers is the “garden in a bowl.”
The compactness of the composition allows you to carry it around the house, placing it not only on the windowsill, but also on a coffee table, shelf or desk. For a “garden in a bowl” you need to choose a flat container with holes to drain excess moisture. Place drainage at the bottom and fill it with special soil for succulents with the addition of a small amount of sand.

Depending on the size of the container, select several types of succulents (you can combine the same ones, but of different sizes). The presence of decorative elements will also decorate the “garden in a bowl”.

How to care for Crassula to attract money

When growing crassula, it is important to pay special attention to both planting and care.

Since, if the rules of care are not followed, even such a persistent flower can wither and cause damage to the financial well-being of the family, it is recommended to pay special attention to care:

It is important to consider that sometimes it is recommended to rotate the flower pot. This will help prevent branches from being pulled to one side;
Since this plant is native to Africa, it is recommended to provide the plant with plenty of water and sun. The best option is south or southeast. These window sills are also suitable for a “money magnet” from the point of view of energy specialists, since it is on the south side of the house that the energy of financial well-being converges;
When watering, it is important not to allow the soil to dry out or become waterlogged. In summer, the soil should be constantly moist. In winter, it is recommended to reduce the frequency of watering; it is enough to moisten once a month or even twice;
When placing pots, it is not recommended to place them next to cacti. This is due to the fact that these thorny flowers play the role of guardians of scrap and delay the flow of foreign energy. And since Crassula attracts financial energy from outside, a conflict arises that can spoil the energy background of the house;
When caring, it is important to take into account that the fat plant, although it loves sunlight, does not tolerate direct sunlight, which can leave burns on the foliage. That is why in the summer it is recommended to darken the windows with gauze, which will provide the effect of dispersing the sun's rays.

If you follow the basic rules of care, the fat woman will delight you not only with active growth, but also with an improvement in the financial condition of the house. Let’s watch a video with useful tips:

Can Crassula be grown outdoors?

The money tree is a heat-loving plant. This plant can be grown outdoors only in the warm season.

To do this, you need to choose the right landing site. The soil should be light and the planting site slightly shaded. Don't forget about timely watering. In the open air, moisture evaporates quickly, especially on hot, dry days.

Long before the onset of the first cold weather, the fat plant should be transplanted into a pot and moved into the house, providing the plant with fresh air and good lighting. Then it will be easier for the money tree to endure changes.

Crassula does not like frequent transplants. Once accustomed to open air and good lighting, the plant will grow and become stronger. But during transplantation, the overgrown root system may suffer, which will subsequently have a bad effect on the well-being of the flower.

In order not to risk the health of the plant, you can take it out to the balcony, garden plot, or take it to the country without replanting it from the pot into open ground. Then the money tree will continue to delight with its presence, while receiving a lot of light and fresh air.

How to plant Crassula without roots. How to propagate a money tree?

A houseplant with the interesting name “money tree” has become very popular recently. To a large extent, this was facilitated by the opinion that a plant planted and grown independently will bring well-being and prosperity to the house.

Peculiarities

Crassula (Crassula) is a plant of the Crassula family, widespread in southern latitudes, especially in South Africa. This perennial evergreen plant looks like a small tree with a thick but short trunk and a lush crown. In a young plant, the trunk is green in color, while in an adult, a thin gray bark appears.

The round, thick, flat leaves are very reminiscent of coins, hence another name - money tree. The size of the dark green smooth leaves is approximately 4–7 cm. They densely cover numerous shoots.

Breeding and growing this unpretentious plant does not require much effort, if you take into account some nuances in caring for it.

Crassula reacts negatively to excessive moisture, which leads to rot in the roots. Signs of waterlogging include falling leaves or the appearance of brown spots on them. Watering should only be done with settled water.
Crassula requires good lighting and grows successfully on windows facing east and west. However, it should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Therefore, in the summer, during especially hot times, it needs to be shaded. And in winter it must be kept in the most illuminated places and the bowl must be turned periodically.
Crassula does not grow well in heavy soil. The most suitable for it is universal soil or a specialized (for succulents) substrate.
Requires the formation of a crown, this promotes the active growth of green mass.
The plant does not like frequent feeding. Fertilizer application should not be more frequent than once every few weeks. In winter, you don’t have to fertilize it at all.
Frequent propagation and replanting can cause damage to the plant, since the fat plant has a long adaptation period.

Typical landing mistakes

It’s not often that flower lovers fail to root Crassula. But sometimes they make mistakes when landing. The most common are:

incorrectly selected pot;
lack of drainage;
heavy soil.

Methods for correcting defects:

Having a small root system, the money tree does not like large pots. There is a high probability of excess moisture accumulation and root rotting. It is better to choose a container that is not high and flat.
It is also possible to pull out the main root and trunk of the plant in a deep pot. When replanting, it is necessary to pinch the main root, then the plant will recover over time.
Holes in the bottom of the pot and drainage are the most important conditions for growing Crassula. They will ensure the removal of excess moisture and keep the plant roots in good condition.
Heavy soil will negatively affect the condition of the root system of the flower. Such soil accumulates moisture, leading to rotting of horses.
Another problem when transplanting a money tree can be its fragility. Plants with a large developed crown should be moved very carefully and carefully to a new location.

How to plant correctly

Before you begin planting, you must first prepare for this.

When to plant

Before you start planting this plant, you need to figure out when it should be done. It is worth noting that the time of planting determines whether the money tree will help its owner in attracting money.

In order for a plant to really contribute to the acquisition of wealth, it is necessary to plant it during the growth of the Moon. It should not be planted during the full moon, as this can negatively affect the magical properties of the crassula. Also, you should not plant during the waning moon. If you plant a plant during this period, it will not attract financial resources and will begin to negatively affect your well-being.

When choosing the right period for planting, you need to take into account the time of year. It is recommended to plant this tree in the first half of autumn, before the onset of severe cold.

Selection of planting material

Some people believe that you can simply purchase an already grown tree and that’s it. In fact, such a plant will definitely not affect well-being in any way. In order for the fat plant to begin attracting money, you will have to grow it yourself. Therefore, you need to select planting material in advance.

You need to grow a money tree from a small cutting. It can be purchased at any store that specializes in selling indoor flowers. It is not recommended to buy cuttings on the market from a stranger. The fact is that this plant absorbs human energy. Therefore, it is better not to buy it from other people.

Crassula can be grown from a leaf

The best option for obtaining planting material is to pinch off a small cutting directly from an adult tree. Its length should be about six centimeters. It is not worth plucking shoots that are too small, as it will be more difficult for them to take root and take root.

In this case, it is recommended to pluck a shoot from a money tree that is grown in the house of wealthy people. The fact is that such a plant will initially be imbued with the right energy and will definitely help in the future to attract more money to the house.

It is recommended to cut off the shoots with pruning shears. You should not pick them with your hands, so as not to accidentally damage the plant.

Growing from a leaf

Some people don't want to grow a money tree from cuttings that will have to be planted. In this case, you can try to grow it from a leaf. This is a fairly common method that many people use. To do this, you will need to tear off one leaf from an adult tree.

The torn leaf should be left in the sun for several hours so that it dries a little. Then you need to plant it in moist soil. The planted leaf should be watered regularly with warm water. This should be done every other day. At the same time, you should not pour too much water so as not to flood the soil.

A properly grown money tree helps to accumulate finances

What kind of soil is needed?

The money tree is a succulent and therefore should be grown in special soil. It is recommended to purchase ready-made soil mixture at a flower shop.

However, if you wish, you can prepare the soil yourself, at home. The soil mixture for growing Crassula should consist of the following components:

River sand. It is needed to loosen the soil so that it better absorbs moisture and allows oxygen to pass through.
Peat. This is a popular natural fertilizer that must be added to any soil mixture. Peat saturates the soil with mineral and chemical components that promote plant growth and strengthen its root system.
Leaf soil. This is a very loose soil, which consists not only of soil, but also of rotted fallen leaves. This soil is used as a loosening agent. It is also used to saturate the soil with nutrients.
Perlite. This is an ecological material that is often added when creating soil mixtures. It is used to loosen the soil and improve the penetration of air and moisture to the root system of the plant being grown. Perlite also helps reduce the acidity of the soil and prevents microbial rotting.

When mixing the above components, it is necessary to observe the correct proportions in order to prepare a truly high-quality soil mixture. The proportions of the first three components from the list are 3:2:2. Perlite is added to the soil in small quantities.

Perlite - often used to loosen soil

Planting a money tree according to feng shui

The money tree received its name due to the shape of its leaves - round, voluminous and shiny. It is believed that the flower is able to attract material well-being and good luck in business to the home.

Some people think that planting a fat plant according to the rules of Feng Shui will help achieve a 100% result:

The sprout should be chosen from a plant located in a rich house.
The location of the flower should be on the southeast side of the house.
It is better to choose a red or green pot, as these shades symbolize prosperity and wealth.
You need to plant a money tree on the waxing moon.
When planting, at least three large coins must be placed on the bottom or side of the pot.
Place several paper bills under the pot.
The room with the plant should be periodically ventilated to spread positive energy flows.
It is advisable to wipe Crassula leaves with a damp cotton pad and count them like coins.
You should not place two or more money trees next to each other. They will compete with each other, taking energy from each other. The proximity of cacti is also not suitable.
The cleanliness of the room in which the money tree is located is very important for its harmonious development. Also, there should be no litter or shouting in the house.

According to Feng Shui philosophy, the money tree needs care and attention. You need to talk to him positively, tell him about your desires. The task of the flower owner is to surround it with positive energy.

Choosing a pot and planting

Before planting a money tree correctly to make money, you need to select the most suitable container for growing it. It is worth noting that you need to choose it very carefully and thoughtfully, since how the tree will grow largely depends on the pot.

It is recommended to choose a deep and heavy pot for such a plant.

The fact is that during the growth process the tree will form a rather large crown with a branched root system. Therefore, a small container is definitely not suitable, since the planted fat plant in it will not be able to develop normally.

Of course, if you wish, you can choose a medium-sized pot for growing. However, in this case, you will have to regularly replant the fat plant. This needs to be done annually.

It is worth noting that this option is not suitable for this plant, since it does not like too frequent transplants. Therefore, it is better to immediately choose a larger container.

To plant a fat plant, you need to do the following:

Prepare the pot. It is necessary to lay a drainage layer in it in advance and pour out the previously prepared soil mixture. You need to fill it up to the very top of the container.
Moisten the soil. Before planting the money tree, you need to water the soil a little. To do this, it is recommended to use water warmed to room temperature.
Plant planting material. To do this, you need to make a small hole in the ground 1-2 centimeters deep and place the sprout in it.

After this, the pot must be placed in a room that is well lit.

The flower needs to be grown in a bright room

How to grow a money tree with a thick trunk

How to properly grow a fat plant with a thick trunk? It takes time, skills and certain knowledge. You can only grow a beautiful fat woman alone. You cannot plant 2 or 3 cuttings in a pot at once. They will not have enough nutrients, they will shade each other and stretch out. There can be no talk of any thick trunk under these conditions.

To make the Crassula trunk thicker, it needs to be planted in a small pot.

When transplanting, there should be no more than 1 cm from the roots to the walls of the pot. In this case, the root system quickly grows to the walls and begins to cover the earthen ball without growing much. At the same time, the plant begins to grow a trunk and shoots.

You can grow a beautiful money tree only in bright, diffused light.

Lack of light will affect the shape of the crown and the thickness of the trunk. Even during the dormant period, the tree should be placed in the most illuminated place. If there is a lack of lighting in winter, phytolamps should be used.

How big does a money tree grow? Crassulas reach impressive sizes indoors. They often grow up to 1.5 m in height, and their crown diameter is up to 2 m.

How to Grow a Money Tree Bonsai

It is very easy to grow a bonsai from Crassula - a miniature plant in the shape of a tree. Special methods are used for this:

Pot of appropriate size;
Regular formative pruning;
Topping.

Money tree bonsai does not need to be large. It needs to be grown in a small flower pot or in a special bonsai container.

A small pot will allow the tree to grow roots and quickly begin to form a trunk and crown.

The trunk or trunk of the tree also needs to be formed. All leaves and side shoots to a height of up to 20 cm are removed from the lower part of the rooted cutting. A lush crown is created from the upper part. Growing a beautiful crown is not difficult. But it does not form quickly.

The main thing here is to create branching shoots. Therefore, they are pinched, removing the upper bud with tweezers. In its place 2 shoots should appear. If only one appears, it is removed again. Regularly in the spring it is necessary to carry out formative pruning. Branches that are too long are shortened, creating a specific shape for the tree crown.

Features of reproduction

There are three ways to propagate the crassula: seeds, cuttings, leaves. The method of cuttings is recognized as the most understandable and effective. When using this method, the seedlings quickly take root and adapt to the growing conditions. A couple of months after planting, a healthy, full-fledged plant develops.

The method of propagation by leaves is considered one of the most troublesome. This feature is associated with frequent rotting of the prepared material. In addition, the formation of roots and germination of children takes a long time.

Propagation by seed is the most difficult and time-consuming method, and given the low probability of the tree flowering, it is also practically impossible. If you still manage to collect the seed, then germinating it is very problematic.

Informative! For adherents of the seed propagation method, there is an automatic seed germinator - sprouter.

Technology of planting a shoot

There are several ways to plant shoots of a magical plant. The general technology is the same for all methods, only there are small nuances.

Without spines

There is a situation in which the shoot needs to be quickly planted in a container or the petiole does not produce roots for a long time. In this case, you can plant the shoot directly into the substrate. A drainage layer is laid out at the bottom of the flower pot. The container is filled with a nutrient mixture. Next, a small depression is made in the substrate, a petiole is planted and sprinkled with soil. After planting, the seedling is covered with a glass container. The container is not removed until the first sprouts appear. Watering is carried out as the soil dries, preferably through a tray.

in winter

The optimal time for planting reeds is considered to be spring and summer. However, planting can be done at other times of the year. The main thing to remember is that in winter, biological processes slow down in all crops. Consequently, it may take a little longer for the planting to take root and develop. It is also important to provide the necessary microclimate for the plant, maintaining the desired temperature and soil moisture.

Important! In winter, it is necessary to protect the young tree from sudden temperature changes and drafts. You should not place a container with fatty mushrooms in close proximity to heating appliances.

In water

When growing petioles, water is used as an intermediate step. Leaves and petioles are germinated in a container with water for further transfer to the pot. Do not leave seedlings in containers with water for too long. The longer they stay there, the more the root system will grow, which in the future can cause some difficulties with the growth and development of the plant.

With roots

The prepared container with drainage holes is half filled with substrate. Carefully place the seedling without pressing it, so as not to damage the young roots. Holding it, sprinkle the shoot in a circle with soil. The petiole should be placed directly in the center of the flower pot. When planting several seedlings in a long container, it is necessary to maintain a proportional distance between each of them. After planting, the plantings are watered with settled water at room temperature.

According to feng shui

The preparation and planting of the shoot from the biological side remains unchanged for Feng Shui adherents. Otherwise, it is generally accepted that a stolen shoot will bring more luck than one bought or given as a gift. According to Feng Shui beliefs, the container for planting should be black, red, brown or burgundy. You can also choose gold or silver tones. It is recommended to plant on the waxing Moon; Wednesday is considered a favorable day.

Interesting! Followers of the teaching believe that when planting a shoot, it is important to say the magic words: “For you to grow, I have enough to bloom.” This is my will - it will be so!”