Step by Step Guide to Propagate String of Hearts Cuttings in Water (The nodes are where roots will grow from.) Cut between pairs of leaves above or below a node.Choose a cutting point where the cutting will have mature leaves to support its growth.The most important things to keep in mind are: If you’ve never taken a cutting before, it might be nerve-wracking to think about cutting into your plant. a container with water, soil, or sphagnum moss.a sharp knife or scissors that won’t crush the stem.Propagating the String of Hearts from a cutting is the easy way to grow more String of Hearts! As soon as I can, I’ll take some updated photos! How to Propagate String of Hearts from Cuttings My first String of Hearts is only a baby so I can’t demonstrate tubers and seed pods yet. Seed pods – stick like opposing pods that appear after flowering. Tuber – round marble-sized potato looking whitish balls that form between leaf sets after flowering These can form roots when pressed against soil. Node – the slightly swollen part of the stem where the leaves erupt from. Leaves – the cute little heart shaped opposing leaves If I lost you at nodes and tubers… here’s a quick guide to the anatomy of the String of Hearts plant.
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