We grow a money tree at home. How to root a fat woman?

Crassula or money tree, as flower growers most often call it, is a plant from the genus Succulents that has historically grown in South Africa. At home, it is possible to grow up to 20 different types of fatty, but the most popular is invariably a tree-like fatty. A vegetative method of propagation with cuttings or leaves is ideal for a money tree; they quickly give new roots and shoots and, in most cases, successfully take root.

Rooting a Money Tree Shank

Rooting is called the process of vegetative propagation, in which the stalk or leaf of an adult plant grows its own roots and begins to develop as an independent plant. The most effective way to propagate the money tree is considered to be rooting by cuttings, since a single leaf in the process of germination can begin to rot or dry out.

There are two main methods of rooting a stalk of a fatty:

1. in water;
2. in the ground.

The first method is considered more reliable, since before planting in a pot, a small root system will already be formed at the handle. On the other hand, germination in water can lead to decay and wilting of the shoot, so many gardeners prefer to root immediately in the ground.

The money tree can be propagated all year round, but the spring-summer period, when the plant actively grows, remains preferable.

How to propagate the crassula or grow roots?

If the method of rooting in water was chosen, the algorithm of actions will be as follows:

1. examine an adult plant and choose a healthy shoot 10-12 cm long;
2. gently separate the selected stem and leave it for 24 hours away from direct sunlight;
3. trim the bottom leaves from the handle, so that 2-3 cm would remain free;
4. Fill the container prepared for germination with water at room temperature, root and succinic acid can be added to the water to accelerate the development of new roots;
5. place the appendix in water so that the leaves remain above the surface;
6. A container of water must be placed in a well-lit place, away from drafts and direct sunlight.

The first roots, as a rule, appear within a week, after 2-3 weeks the plant will be ready for transplantation into the ground. As root cooked stalks of the Crassula can be immediately in the soil, then the procedure in this case will differ significantly:

1. the capacity for landing by a third must be filled with drainage;
2. fill to the top with soil, moisten slightly, do not tamp;
3. in the center make a small recess in which it is necessary to place the stalk prepared for planting, so that it is immersed in the ground by about 3 cm;
4. if necessary, it is possible to establish supports so that the planted stalk does not lean to the side and does not fall;
5. place the container with the handle in a warm, well-lit place, away from drafts and direct sunlight.
6. as it dries, the soil must be moistened, for rooting as quickly as possible, a root solution can be used.

After the planted plant begins to grow and new leaves appear, it can be said with confidence that the rooting process was successful.

For a money tree, it is necessary to use special soil for cacti and succulents. If you have to use universal purchased soil, the best option would be to dilute it with river sand in a ratio of 3: 1.

Conditions necessary for successful cultivation

Money tree is considered a fairly unpretentious plant, but with improper care you can forget about successful rooting, a young plant needs more attention than its adult relatives.

The rules for caring for germinated cuttings are quite simple.:

• a fat woman does not like direct sunlight, while being able to tolerate light partial shade;
• it is necessary to water in small portions as the top soil layer dries, the frequency of watering is on average 1 time per week, in the cold period, watering must be reduced to 1 time per month.

It’s safer to dry a fattening than to “pour” it the plant does not tolerate an excess of moisture and its stagnation in the soil. If the money tree begins to fall off the leaves or brown spots begin to appear on them - this is a sure sign of waterlogging and the beginning of rotting of the roots. Such a plant is practically impossible to recover.

1. For planting, it is necessary to use shallow wide pots, the diameter should approximately correspond to the diameter of the crown of the plant, the material from which the pot is made does not matter, the money tree takes root well both in ceramic and plastic pots.
2. It is mandatory to use special soil for cacti and succulents, if necessary, you can prepare the soil mixture yourself, for this you need to mix 3 parts of turf land and 1 part of leaf soil, humus and river sand.
3. The first 8 months after planting, the use of top dressing is not required, in the future, you can use special fertilizer, reducing the concentration specified in the instructions by 2-3 times.
4. Every 2 months, succinic acid and root can be used to stimulate the growth of the plant and its root system.

It will be possible to transplant a young plant in about a year, in the future, a transplant will be required for the fat woman on average every 2-3 years as the roots grow.

Read more about planting and caring for a fat woman in this video:

Conclusion

So, how to propagate a money tree at home from a shoot even even the most inexperienced grower can do, a little attention and patience are enough for this. This is an ideal plant for a home flower garden or office, which in a short period of time can grow into a real sprawling tree living on a windowsill.

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