7 Easiest succulents to propagate and how to do it!

Succulent plants are diverse plants that can store water in their leaves, stems, or roots. Succulents are generally considered to be easy to grow due to their ability to keep water and adapt to a wide range of conditions.

They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors and are known for their ability to survive in arid or semi-arid climates. Some of the most popular types of succulents include Cacti and Aloe.

Succulents are a popular choice for indoor plants for a good reason. These hardy plants can store water in their leaves, making them perfect for dry climates and those who may not have a green thumb. Not only are succulents easy to care for, but they are also easy to propagate.

In this blog post, we will discuss the easiest succulents to propagate and how to do it, so stay tuned until the end of this article to find everything you need to do it properly.

Propagating succulents (Explanation)

There are many ways to propagate succulents, but before we get into the specifics of propagating succulents, we should first understand the meaning of propagating succulents.

Propagating succulents means that we take an existing plant and cause it to reproduce artificially by cutting a part of the existing plant and planting it or soaking it in water, depending on the type of plant in question.

7 Easiest succulents to propagate and how to do it.

We have prepared a list to help you pick some of the easiest succulents to propagate without too much risk and effort. So, let’s see which are the easiest ones below:

1. Echeveria

One of the easiest succulents to propagate is the Echeveria. This popular succulent is known for its rosette shape and various colors.

To propagate Echeveria, all you need is a healthy leaf or offset.

To begin, gently twist a leaf off the principal plant or snip an offset off. Simply fold the leaves and cut the wounded part of the leaf into a pot of soil. Place the cuttings on a sunny windowsill or a greenhouse and wait for the new plant to grow.

Once the callus has formed, you can plant the leaf or offset in well-draining cactus or succulent soil. Moreover, keep the soil moist but not wet until the new plant has taken root.

2. Sedums

Another easy succulent to propagate is the Sedum. Sedums are known for their thick, fleshy leaves and their ability to thrive in various conditions.

Propagate Sedum is made by propagating in water. You can read more about this method here.

3. Cacti

Cacti are also a popular and easy-to-propagate succulent and hardy plant. These plants are known for their unique shapes and ability to store water in their thick stems. Some cacti can be propagated by seed, but the easiest method is by stem cutting.

The only thing you need to do, is to cut a stem of the cactus, let it dry for a couple of days (2-3 days are enough), and then plant it in cactus soil.

Keep the soil moist but not wet and keep the cutting in a warm area with good light.

4. Sempervivum

Another easy succulent to propagate is the Sempervivum, also known as Hens and Chicks. Sempervivum is a popular and easy-to-propagate succulent. This plant is known for its rosette shape and ability to produce offsets, or “chicks,” around the base of the main plant.

To propagate Sempervivum, remove offsets from the base of the main plant and plant them in well-draining soil. Don’t forget that they require partial sun and regular watering to grow.

Be sure to keep the soil moist, but not wet, until the new plant has mature roots.

5. Graptopetalum Paraguayense

Graptopetalum paraguayense, also known as Ghost Plant, is another unique and easy-to-propagate succulent. This plant is known for its translucent, pearlescent leaves that give it its ghostly appearance. Ghost Plant is a member of the Crassulaceae family and is native to Mexico.

Propagating Ghost Plant is a simple process that can be done by leaf or stem cutting. To propagate by leaf cutting, gently twist off a healthy leaf from the main plant and include the small stem attached to the leaf.

Let the leaf dry out for several days until you notice callus forms over the wound.

Once the callus has formed, you can plant the leaf in well-draining cactus or succulent soil. Be sure to keep the soil moist, but not wet, until the new plant has taken root.

6. xGraptoveria ‘Debbie’

Graptoveria ‘Debbie’ is a hybrid succulent plant that crosses Graptopetalum paraguayense and Echeveria. This plant is known for its unique rosette shape and beautiful, pastel-colored leaves.

Propagating Graptoveria ‘Debbie’ is a simple process that can be done by leaf or stem cutting. To propagate by leaf cutting, gently twist off a healthy leaf from the main plant, and ensure to include the small stem attached to the leaf. Allow the leaf to dry for a few days until a callus forms over the wound.

Once the callus has formed, you can plant the leaf in well-draining cactus or succulent soil. Be sure to keep the soil moist, but not wet, until the new plant has taken root.

   7. Aeonium

Lastly, Aeonium is the last plant and easy succulent to propagate, which makes it on our list known for its rosette shape and its wide variety of colors.

To propagate Aeonium, take cuttings in spring. Select young, thin shoots as propagating material. Wait until they grow roots in a few weeks, and keep the soil moist but not wet until the new plant has taken root.

Conclusion

Summing up, succulents are an easy and low-maintenance plant to propagate. The easiest succulents to propagate are Echeveria, Sedum, Cacti, Sempervivum and Aeonium. The process is simple, just taking a leaf or stem cutting, drying it out, planting it in well-draining soil and keeping it in a warm area with good light. Also, always keep an eye on the new plant and ensure it has the right amount of water and light. Happy gardening!