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Thu, Feb 1, 07 at 20:57
| Hi everybody! I am brand new to this site, so this is my very first question. Yesterday I took leaf cuttings from my aluminum plant and African violet. The book "Houseplants for Dummies" said to plant the leaves in moist potting mix, which I did. What I want to know is: if the mix dries out before anything starts growing should I mist or water it? Or should I just let it be? And does anyone know how long it takes before the cuttings will start to germinate? Thanks! |
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- Posted by little_dani 9, S. Tex Coast (My Page) on Fri, Feb 2, 07 at 8:46
| This is the easiest way to root violets that I know. I have rooted hundreds of violets using this method. Violets like to be watered from the bottom, as a rule. They don't like water on their leaves. Aluminum plant, I am not familiar with. I will have to look that one up. Good Luck! Janie |
Here is a link that might be useful: Propagating Violets
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- Posted by georgez5il z5 IL (My Page) on Fri, Feb 2, 07 at 9:44
| The soil needs to be damp at all times.. watering from above or below just keep off leaf. the leaf does not "germinate" but forms roots then a plantlet will form. There are many variables did youse rooting hormone. temp light fertilization after roots form etc..... expect 3-9 months to have sizeable plant. |
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