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Danny

I have this string of hearts cutting given to me by a friend, I was wondering the best way to give it a chance to grow roots? I have perlite and coco coir fibre for propagation and soil mixes, of course as well as water propagation. What method would be considered the best for a string of hearts?

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  1. Cherrybergher

    I have had the best success with long strands in water. However to have to multiple growth points I would cut each node and place each node in perlite that is sitting in a tiny bit of water all the time so the perlite can draw up as much water as it needs to stay damp. Cover the container with a clear lid or plastic wrap to increase humidity. Set it either under a grow light or on a windowsill.

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    • Danny

      I see! I already have a little perlite chamber for my monstera node which has rooted really well, would I just cut the strand in half as pictured and then place them both into the chamber too?

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    • Cherrybergher

      Yep. Make sure the node right between the leaves is buried in the perilite as that is where the roots will grow from.

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    • Danny

      thank you, I trust i’ll get amazing results with your advice! Thank you so much!

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  2. Plantlicious

    I love string of hearts. They are easy to care for and fast growers. I’ve never propagated as of yet

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    • Danny

      A very beautiful plant! I’m very excited to add it to my collection, which is probably the cause of my anxiety toward propagating it properly haha!

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    • Danny

      your string of hearts is stunning!!

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    • Plantlicious

      TY🥰

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