Multiplication

Cacti, succulents and plants with caudex are plant beings that they are not usually easy to multiply, since in their places of origin they depend on certain pollinating animals to achieve fruit. Although this fauna is not present in the areas where we live, we should not be overly concerned since there are other insects that fulfill this function well. The problem is that the climate and the land are special.

While we usually use peat, in their natural habitats succulents germinate and grow in sandy soils, which allow them to always have well-oxygenated roots. Therefore, when we decide to expand our collection based on the plants we have, it is very important that we know everything related to the multiplication of this type of plant beings.

And is that to be successful you have to know what types of seedlings and substrate or mixture of substrates to use, and also when to prepare. Spring may be the most suitable season for the vast majority of plants, but this is not always the case for our favorite species. Well, it must be borne in mind at all times that they live in areas where the maximum and minimum temperatures are very different: 40 or more degrees Celsius can be registered without problems during the day, and at night it can drop to 0 or even less at some times. of the year.

When we grow them, they usually only have to worry about cold and / or frost from autumn to winter, but during the flower season it is not warm enough in all regions of the world. For this reason, and as you surely want to get seeds from your beloved plants sometime, in this section you will find all the information you need to know so that unforeseen events do not arise.

Delve into the fantastic world of succulent flowers, their fruits, and seeds. Discover which ones can be multiplied by leaf or stem cuttings, and what step by step you should follow so that they emit their own roots as soon as possible. And all in articles full of magnificent images to make reading them more enjoyable.

Because During all the process, even from minute 1, seeds or cuttings can be affected by insects that cause pests or microorganisms that cause disease, like mushrooms. To avoid this, you must learn many things, otherwise it is most likely that there is not a single guarantee of success, which would be a real shame.

In addition, enjoying this experience will give you more knowledge that will be very useful when you want to re-sow seeds or plant cuttings. Because having a good theory is essential when taking care of succulents, and even more so when you want them to have 'offspring'.

So do not hesitate: visit this section every time you need it. You will find many tips so that you can enjoy the growth of cacti, succulents and plants with caudex from their first day of life.