If you’ve ever left a sweet potato out long enough, you may have noticed it starting to sprout. This leaves one to wonder how to grow sweet potato! In fact, as with normal potatoes, you can grow all-new sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) from just a few leftovers. All you have to do is acquire sweet … Read more
If you’ve been reading Houseplant Central for a while, you’ll know I just love growing houseplants from food scraps. I get to eat, I get a plant and I get to save money. How much better does it get?! In this article we’ll discuss how to grow a mango tree from a seed. As with propagating most … Read more
Hands up if you’ve ever scored one of those supermarket basil plants to finish up your salad! Those fresh leaves are way yummier than dried basil, but it’s a pity most basil plants go belly up within a week or two. Luckily, propagating basil is very easy: by rooting cuttings in separate containers or even … Read more
For some reason, houseplant enthusiasts often tend to forget about orchids when it comes to propagation. They’re seen as fussy plants that are already difficult to keep alive, so better just leave them alone – but there’s no need! Learn how to propagate an orchid to easily multiply thriving plants. Keep reading for everything you … Read more
If your prayer plant (genus Calathea) is getting a bit big or if you’d like to expand your collection, you might be wondering how to propagate a prayer plant. Although this plant can’t be propagated from cuttings like many other houseplants, multiplying it is still pretty easy. Keep reading for everything you need to know … Read more
I love propagating food scraps. I get to eat yummy foods, I get a plant and it’s eco-friendly! One of my absolute favorite foods that can be turned into a plant is pineapple. Growing a pineapple from the top is super easy if you take the correct steps to prevent rot and allow roots to … Read more
Did you know that propagating string of pearls (scientifically known as Senecio rowleyanus) is super easy? This popular succulent is a favorite for hanging planters and you can create as many as you want by multiplying it with very little effort. Keep reading for everything you need to know about propagating string of pearls and … Read more
The colorful polka dot plant with all its different colors is a joy to have in your home. And did you know it’s also super easy to multiply? Polka dot propagation is an absolute breeze and allows you to create new plants for free. To keep, or to give away! Keep reading for everything you … Read more
The popular arrowhead plant (Syngonium podophyllum) is appreciated for its bushy shape. It’s normal for your plant to end up looking a bit sparse after a while, though, but don’t despair. Pruning time is the perfect opportunity for propagating arrowhead plant! Keep reading to learn how to take a cutting from your arrowhead plant to … Read more
One of the most popular succulents out there, the jade plant (Crassula ovata) is appreciated for its forgiving nature. And did you know that propagating a jade plant is also super easy? You can multiply your plant to give away or to expand you own collection! Find out everything you need to know about propagation … Read more