February isn’t just for the cold to increase. But it’s also for your succulents to boost their growth and bloom. What’s your pick for February?
February can still feel like winter, but for your succulents, it is a period of growth. We find the days getting slightly longer, temperatures stabilizing, and succulents moving out of dormancy. This means it is a great month for propagating because it allows roots to develop without scorching sun or chilling cold weather. So are you with us to grow your favorite succulents from cuttings in February?
Succulents to Grow from Cuttings in February
1. Jade Plant
Botanical Name: Crassula ovata
One of the most resilient succulent’s of all times can be grown through stem cuttings in February since Jade is preparing for new growth. A single healthy stem cutting can be used after it has calloused for propagation. It can root easily in well-draining soil with minimal watering.
2. Woolly Rose or Mexican Snowball
Botanical Name: Echeveria’s
Best grown through leaf cuttings, February serves the best to avoid root rot. You can place healthy leaves on dry soil and see the roots slowly developing along with miniature rosettes. So, no doubt, it is wonderful for people who are patient and are eager to see their hard work come to success with healthy rosettes blooming.
3. Stonecrop
Botanical Name: Sedum
Sedum varieties can be best grown from stem cuttings. In February, cuttings remain steady and stable without drying too fast. These succulents can forgive you if you miss their care routine occasionally, but wait—don’t make that a habit!
4. String of Pearls
Botanical Name: Senecio rowleyanus
The gorgeous trailing stems can be best grown through stem cuttings for propagation. February provides enough warmth for nodes to develop roots without stressing the delicate pearls from flowing. Try hanging them under indirect sunlight for best blooms.
5. Pearl Plant or Zebra Plant
Botanical Name: Haworthia
Gather their offsets and leaf cuttings and you are done. Give some time for the roots to establish before active growing phase. But these succulents prefer low light and minimal watering, making them suitable for indoor growth and care.
6. Mother of Thousands
Botanical Name: Kalanchoe
Stem cuttings for the win for this succulent. Prune this one in February to maintain its shape and use those cuttings for propagation. Make sure to provide bright and indirect light for new growth to start by the onset of early spring.
7. Panda Plant
Botanical Name: Kalanchoe tomentosa
You can choose either stem cuttings or leaf cuttings to grow your Panda Plant. February’s mild chilly conditions prevent moisture retention and subsequent stress and help the fuzzy leaves set in and grow its roots without any chance of rotting.
8. Ghost Plant
Botanical Name: Graptopetalum paraguayense
Go for leaf cuttings, by all means. Fallen leaves root easily when left undisturbed and carefully on the soil. February’s gentle climate supports slow but steady and stable root development for your Ghost Plant’s.
9. Tree Houseleek
Botanical Name: Aeonium
Prefer a little colder days or months to tap in your Aeonium’s natural growth cycle, which best aligns with February. Go for stem cuttings for beautiful blooms in the growing seasons.
10. Burro’s Tail
Botanical Name: Sedum morganianum
Pick the fallen leaves or go for stem cuttings to propagate. Either of them reduces the risk of shriveling, which allows the cuttings to establish roots before warmer months begin to set in.
But Why February?
February is ideal for propagation and growing your succulents from cuttings because it is the month where temperatures and days move toward balance, growth, and development for your dainty succulents. This helps your succulents focus their energy on root development and not on surviving another chilly breeze! This results in healthier and stronger roots, along with stronger plants by spring. Continue your routine and see them bloom.
Growing succulents from cuttings in February is not tedious, rather it is necessary for your succulents to stay in their natural rhythm and focus on growing and developing rather than merely surviving. If you are planning to grow your succulents from cuttings this February too, let us know which one you are picking in the comments below!
