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Hows to take Leaf Cuttings

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You will need
Knife, Cuttings Compost, Pots, Plastic Bag, Rubber Band
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Steps
4 steps
You can increase your stock of plants like Streptocarpus by taking leaf cuttings.

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Using a clean, sharp knife carefully remove strong, healthy looking leaves from the plant low down near the base.
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Cut each leaf into sections as shown. Discard the tip of the leaf.
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Insert the cuttings point downwards into a pot or tray of fresh, sterile cuttings compost. Water gently to settle the compost and cover with a white plastic bag held in place with a rubber band. Stand on a well-lit windowsill out of direct sunlight.
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Remove the bag after three to four days or the leaves may rot. Within a few weeks the cuttings should root and can be potted up seperately to give you healthy new plants.

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