How to divide and propagate the moon rabbit ears

Leaf cutting propagation of moon rabbit ears

If you want to propagate the moon rabbit ears in large quantities, you can use the leaf cutting method.

The leaf cutting propagation method of Moon Rabbit Ear is actually very simple.

Things you need to prepare for leaf cuttings of Moon Rabbit Ears: leaves taken from Moon Rabbit Ears, dry soil or peat soil, and flower pots for leaf cuttings.

During the growth period of the moon rabbit ears, take down the leaves that are growing well and fuller and dry them in the sun. Cut the leaves and spread them flat on the soil. You can press the leaves down to help them take root. After that, place the inserted moon rabbit ears in a semi-shaded place for maintenance. They will take root in about 20 days. Allow it to continue growing until it grows 4 to 5 leaves and then transplant it into a pot.

Propagation of Moon Rabbit Ear by Division

As the moon rabbit ears grow, the plant becomes larger and larger, and may even have branches. At this time, you can choose to propagate it by division.

When the moon rabbit ears grow into an adult plant, the plant is large and has branches. These branches are the twigs that can be used for division.

Remove the soil from the roots of the moon rabbit ears.

Observe the branches and select twigs with more developed root systems.

Prune the roots to remove root rot.

Carry out planting.

Division is a good method of propagating succulents because they retain stems, roots and leaves, so the survival rate is higher.

Leaf cutting and division propagation of moon rabbit ears

Another way to propagate the Moon Rabbit Ears is by beheading and cuttings. Each method of reproduction has its own advantages. Choosing leaf cuttings can allow for large-scale reproduction, while choosing division can increase the survival rate. Choose the right breeding method.