Propagating plants and herbs from cuttings is an economical and satisfying way to expand your garden. Here’s a list of 25 plants and herbs that you can easily propagate from cuttings:
- Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
- Mint (Mentha spp.)
- Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
- Lavender (Lavandula spp.)
- Sage (Salvia officinalis)
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
- Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
- Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
- Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
- Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)
- English Ivy (Hedera helix)
- Coleus (Plectranthus scutellarioides)
- Geranium (Pelargonium spp.)
- Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)
- African Violet (Saintpaulia spp.)
- Fuchsia (Fuchsia spp.)
- Philodendron (Philodendron spp.)
- Begonia (Begonia spp.)
- Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
- Hydrangea (Hydrangea spp.)
- Impatiens (Impatiens spp.)
- Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata)
- Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis)
- Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
- Jasmine (Jasminum spp.)
Propagation Tips:
- Timing: Take cuttings during the plant’s active growing season, typically spring or early summer.
- Cutting Selection: Choose healthy, non-flowering stems for cuttings.
- Cutting Preparation: Make clean cuts just below a leaf node using sharp, sterilized pruners.
- Rooting Medium: Use a well-draining rooting medium such as perlite, vermiculite, or a mix of peat and perlite.
- Rooting Hormone: Dip the cut end of the stem in rooting hormone powder to encourage root development (optional).
- Rooting Environment: Provide warm temperatures, high humidity, and indirect light for optimal rooting conditions.
- Transplanting: Once roots have developed, transplant the cuttings into individual pots filled with potting soil.
By propagating plants and herbs from cuttings, you can create new plants for your garden or share them with friends and family, all while saving money and enjoying the satisfaction of growing plants from scratch.