How to propagate Bear’s Paw by cuttings?

How to propagate Bear’s Paw by cuttings?

Bear's Paw is a very popular succulent plant . Its leaves are like bear paws, very cute and beautiful. Many people have potted plants in their homes. If you are planting Bear's Paw, it is usually propagated by cuttings. So how do you propagate Bear's Paw by cuttings? Let’s learn more about it below.

1. Method of cutting branches of Bear's Paw

1. Choose branches

Choose healthy and active branches. Such branches are easy to grow and take root, thus ensuring the survival rate of branch cuttings.

2. Dry the wound

After the branches are cut, they cannot be used for cuttings immediately. The wounds should be dried first to avoid infection after the wounds come into contact with the soil. Generally, it needs to be dried in a ventilated and cool place for 2 days to allow the wound to heal.

3. Take cuttings

Mix the soil in a ratio of granular soil and nutrient soil of 4:6, spray water appropriately to make it super moist soil, then spread it flat in the flowerpot and insert the branches into it. It does not need to be inserted very deep, generally 1-2 cm is enough. Then place it in a bright and ventilated place for maintenance.

4. Post-maintenance

The temperature for branch cutting must be guaranteed. Generally, the temperature needs to be controlled between 15 and 25 degrees. After cuttings, although watering is not needed, a certain level of air humidity should be maintained to facilitate rooting and resumption of growth. Generally, after 20 to 30 days, the leaves will regain vitality, become firm and green, which means that the root system has grown well and the cuttings are successful. You can place them in a sunny area for maintenance.

2. Bear Paw Leaf Cutting Method

1. Choose the blade

The leaves you choose for Bear's Paw cuttings must be strong and fleshy, and you can pinch them with your hands and gently break them off. The leaves at the bottom are the best.

2. Prepare the substrate

The soil for cuttings should be loose and breathable. You can use peat soil, perlite and vermiculite in a ratio of 1:1:1. You can also use peat soil and river sand. Just make it loose and breathable.

3. Cutting method

Use a watering can to wet the substrate, place the leaves evenly on the cutting substrate, and then place it in a ventilated place. To keep warm, you can cover it with a layer of plastic wrap and poke a few holes on the edge with a toothpick to facilitate ventilation. For the later maintenance after cuttings, be careful not to place them in the open air, expose them to rain, expose them to sunlight, and do not water them at will.

That’s it

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