Propagation
Many houseplants are easy to propagate by cuttings.
Take a cutting and put it in a mix of perlite and peat moss. Supply bottom heat
if possible and never let it dry out. You will know it is rooted when it doesn’t
give when slightly tugged on. Then it can be transplanted into a small pot with
regular potting mix. Once established in pots it can be transferred to a larger
container.
Moving Houseplants Outside
Be sure the temperature is warm enough before putting any houseplants outside.
As with any other tender annual, they won’t thrive in cold weather. Expect them
to die with the first frost in the fall unless they are moved back into the
house to overwinter. They are houseplants after all. Below is an example of a
large pot in a place that gets very little light. It is made up of Spider
plants, Asparagus Fern, and Impatiens. It might be even more stunning by adding
some Purple Leaf Wandering Jew.
Start your cuttings early to give them time to develop
roots. Already established plants can also be purchased. A little creativity is all that is needed. Some houseplants that work well
are as follows: Spider plant, Wandering Jew, Lipstick, Asparagus Fern, Philodendron, various cacti, Mezoo, and other succulents.
Design it! Create it! With the right location and a bit of
TLC, it’s easy to create and enjoy houseplants in an outdoor setting.