Planting, potting and more!

Planting Instructions for Epiphyllum Cuttings

Use 3 to 4 inch pots for individual cuttings. We prefer plastic pots, as the mix does not dry out, as quickly and therefore the plants require attention less frequently. There is an advantage to purchasing two cuttings of each epiphyllum variety. Always plant the cuttings seperately to root, when fully rooted and growing, combine both plants into one larger 6 1/2 to 8 inch pot. Your epiphyllum will reach maturity and blooming size in a much shorter time as well.

Pot your cuttings in dry mix. Plant mix needs to be coarse and fast draining. See the section below entitled "potting on (transplanting your epiphyllum into a larger container) . Your epiphyllum will reach maturity and blooming size in a much shorter time as well. Pot your rooted cuttings in dry mix. Handle the cutting gently. Commercially packaged indoor plant mix is excellent, if coarse and fast draining. See the section below entitled "Potting Mix for Epiphyllums" for suggested ingredients for making your own. Plant your cuttings no deeper than 1 to 2inch, just deep enough so they remain erect. Put the newly potted cuttings in a shaded place for one week. Then move them to their "permanent home". Light requirements are explained in more detail in the section entitled "Light Requirements for Epiphyllums".