start with a leaf

I thought I would share one more tip

while I'm on the subject of succulents.

Propagation from a leaf.

 

If you were following along with the last post, you might have had a bit of collateral damage. Succulents are fragile and while handling them a leaf or two might fall off.

 

 

Each leaf can grow a new succulent!

Use the 3,2,1 soil mix.

Click HERE for the recipe.

Fill a terra cotta saucer with the soil mixture or you can purchase cactus soil mix.

 

 

Allow the leaf to dry for 2 to 5 days,

then lay the leaf directly on the dry soil.

 

 

Leave a small space between each leaf.

Set the saucer in a sunny spot and mist the soil with a spray bottle every other day.

You will need patience for the project.

It can take more than a month for a tiny plant to appear,

but it's so worth the wait!

 

 

Look how precious!

If you want to create living art

here is your chance to design a mandala.

A man~da~la is a geometric configuration representing the universe in Hindu and Buddhist symbolism.

It requires a number of various leaves and a lot of creativity.

 

 

You can actually create any design you wish!

Be patient and be prepared to replace a leaf here or there if one should shrivel or rot.

The end result can be spectacular!

Happy winter gardening...

Enjoy!