ZZ Plant Propagation: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Propagating ZZ plants is a fun and rewarding way to grow new plants. This guide offers clear instructions and helpful tips for successfully propagating ZZ plants from cuttings.

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They can be propagated through leaf cuttings or division.

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Leaf Cuttings Take healthy leaves and allow them to callus (dry out) for a day or two.

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Then, insert the callused end into a well-draining medium.

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Keep the medium slightly moist and provide indirect light. New growth will emerge from the base of the leaf cutting..

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Division For larger plants, carefully divide the rhizomes (underground stems) and pot each division into separate containers with fresh potting mix.

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Follow along to learn more about how to grow ZZ plant.

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