Get More Kalanchoes

Many (or most) succulents can be swiftly propagated via stem cuttings, including all the prettiest kalanchoes, so in just a few steps you can have a lot of new plants for free. Regularly taking cuttings is also a form of pruning that curbs the natural etiolated growth they tend to produce after a few growth seasons.

Things you will need

Sharp knife or secateurs

Plastic pot or other container with proper drainage holes

Succulent potting soil Old pencil

Mist spray bottle

About the soil medium

You can cut corners by buying a commercial succulent mix, or make your own by mixing equal parts of coarse river sand, perlite and hydrated palm peat.

Before you begin

Use household bleach to thoroughly sterilise your cutting tools, and soapy water to wash the pots you are going to use. It is best practice to work as cleanly as possible to prevent fungal infections.

Prepare the cuttings