How to propagate grass jade dew and precautions

How to reproduce

The main ways to propagate Grass Jade are division and cuttings. Its seeds can be propagated, and the natural way of reproduction is seed propagation, but the seeds of Grass Jade are usually difficult to obtain, so cuttings are the fastest way to propagate.

The breeding time of grass jade

The best time to propagate grass jade by cuttings is in spring and autumn, when the temperature is around 20 degrees and the air humidity is high. It is also the plant's vigorous growth period and the reproduction survival rate is high.

How to propagate the herb

Propagation of Herba Gypsum Fibrosum by division

The grass jade can be divided when repotting. Take out the whole plant, choose the small plant next to the mother plant, and cut it off with a sharp knife. If there are independent divisions, they can be dug out directly, and rooted plants can be planted directly into the soil.

If it has no roots or has wounds, it should be kept in a cool place for 1-2 days and planted after the wounds are completely dry. Do not water it too much after planting, otherwise it will easily rot part of the soil, but do not let the soil dry out, which is not conducive to rooting. Keep it slightly moist and do not place it in the sun. You can choose a place with good light to grow it.

Cutting propagation of grass jade

Grass Jade can be propagated by cuttings in spring and autumn. Cut off the mature and plump lower leaves at the base. When the wounds of the cuttings are dry, plant them in a well-drained medium. Just lay the cuttings flat without inserting them into the medium, and then place them in a place with scattered light and ventilation. No special moisturizing and watering are required. The seedlings can be planted after they grow.

Sowing and propagation of grass jade

After the grass jade plant blooms, it needs artificial pollination to produce seeds. Its flowering is not very ornamental, so many people will cut off the flower stalks, so the seeds are generally not seen. If you want to keep the seeds, do not cut off the flower stalks after flowering, and wait until the seeds grow and mature and then pick them.

Precautions for propagation of grass jade

After planting, place the grass jade in a bright, diffused light location. Spring and autumn are the peak growth periods, so water it in time. Control watering in summer and spray water appropriately. The soil can be prepared by mixing perlite, mud, cinders, pumice, and vermiculite.