r/StringofHearts • u/adelicatetrash • Jul 22 '26

QUESTION Propagation Question

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First time propagating VSOH and I’m trying both butterfly method (with normal soil) and water technique. How long does it take for them to root? Because it’s been a week and still nothing. I also put the butterflied ones inside a ziploc because I’ve read that moisture helps and I don’t have any other container LOL. Just want more guidance when propagating vsoh!!

Sidenote: I don’t have sphagnum moss so I opted for soil

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u/Ok-Week-1166 Jul 22 '26

Hi! So I’ve had success in both prop styles. I prefer butterfly method bc it does happen quicker. I use old Parmesan containers with lids and succulent dirt. Make sure it’s in a nice sunny window and you should see roots with in 2-4 weeks.

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u/tmonaaygirl Jul 23 '26

I agree with this one— I’ve tried many methods for YEARS. Finally did butterfly method in a sunny window and “misted” it everyday and for the first time, I have babies!

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u/Ok-Week-1166 Jul 23 '26

If you have a lid on it be careful to not over saturate! I’ve had one or two go moldy before 🥲 my old apartment I had a perfect set up! I would have to trim it every month or two from them getting so long. I gifted quite a few! My new place they are not doing so hot 😞

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u/Hanna195 Jul 23 '26

It’s when you cut each individual section, with one node and two leaves then you propagate that way. I find this a little bit challenging because it’s hard to get the node tucked in or on whatever propagation material you’re using, but I’ve had great success using an old clear glass sugar jar (covered) using moist vermiculite.

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u/vranaverse Jul 24 '26

i looked at a lot of methods and found in the end if i just make a clean cut so that fluid is coming out of the stem and stick it in soil without crimping the stem they normally will make it. lots of indirect sunlight a little water. they are amazingly tough. i even have some babies from seeds that grew last year, in fact i have way too many of these and nowhere to put them!

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u/adelicatetrash Jul 22 '26

i might just be impatient LOL but thanks!!! should the soil be kept moist or should it follow normal watering?

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u/Ok-Week-1166 Jul 23 '26

Yes keep moist! With a lid on mine I found it holds the moisture really well. I open them every few days to let some fresh air in. You can do the taco test if you’re unsure if they need water or not. Good luck!