What is the best way to propagate Christmas cactus by cuttings?

Christmas cactus is an easy-to-care-for and highly fertile flower , loved by people for its diverse colors. No matter what color it is, it can bloom charmingly on the balcony. If you have a Christmas cactus at home, or if your friends and family do, you can easily pick some leaves for cuttings. So what is the best way to propagate Christmas cactus by cuttings?

1. Choose the blade

Choose thick leaves for cuttings, and avoid choosing leaves that are too thin, as they may have insufficient nutrient reserves and affect rooting.

2. Dry the cut

After cutting the leaves, place them in a cool and ventilated place to dry the cut, or soak them in rooting water to accelerate rooting.

3. Prepare cutting medium

The cutting medium needs to be breathable and loose. You can add granular soil such as perlite or vermiculite, or use river sand directly. Using new soil can reduce pathogens and increase the success rate of cuttings.

4. Management after cutting

After cuttings, be careful not to let the soil in the pot be too wet and avoid frequent watering to prevent leaf rot. Succulents are afraid of waterlogging, so be careful when watering.

5. Lighting management

After cutting, place the Christmas cactus in a bright but not direct sunlight place to avoid strong light.

6. Timing of cuttings

Christmas cactus is suitable for cuttings in both spring and autumn. Spring cuttings are more likely to succeed and grow quickly.

If you don't want to buy Christmas cactus, propagating it by cuttings yourself is also a good option. The cutting method is simple and does not take long. The above are the basic steps for propagating Christmas cactus by cuttings.