Dip the Cut End into Rooting Hormone (Optional)
If you’d like your cutting to root more quickly, dip the end in rooting hormone. Succulents typically root quite easily on their own, so this step is optional but can speed up the process.
Allow Callus to Form
Before planting the cutting in soil or perlite, it’s important to give the cutting time to form a callus. Birds & Blooms explains that this prevents the leaf or stem cutting from rotting. Simply lay the leaf or stem cuttings in a bowl or on the windowsill to dry. The end should form a callus within a few days.
Plant After Roots Start Growing
Once the calloused end starts to grow baby roots (or even tiny leaves), it’s time to plant them in soil. At this point, you can place them into individual pots or group them together until they grow larger. Gently press the roots into soil or a specialized succulent potting medium to avoid breaking off the delicate roots.
Care for Your New Plants
Once your newly rooted cuttings are planted, follow basic care instructions for succulents. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings and fertilize sparingly. To avoid overwatering, you can use a spray bottle to gently mist your plants. A light feeding of fertilizer in the spring or summer is sufficient to last the succulent for the entire year.
