You've tried water and soil, but have you ever rooted a cutting in a Fluval Stratum? Yes, it’s technically made for fish tanks. Yes, it looks like little black caviar. But it might just be the best thing to happen to your houseplant propagation! So in this episode, let’s break down everything I’ve learned from my conversation with my plant friend, Lindsay Sisti (@alltheplantbabies), who is a propagation extraordinaire and the author of The Ultimate Guide to Houseplant Propagation. Thanks to her, I now know exactly how and why this strange little volcanic material is revolutionizing plant propagation!
In this episode, we learn:
- [00:00] Is there a mess-free plant propagation?
- [02:28] How did Lindsay become a propagation expert?
- [07:31] What is hybridization/pollination of plants?
- [09:26] What is Fluval Stratum?
- [10:00] What is a volcanic tephra?
- [12:42] What makes Fluval Stratum popular for plant propagation?
- [14:47] Protect yourself this Melanoma Awareness Month with Coolibar’s sun-protective clothing!
- [19:07] LECA vs. Fluval Stratum
- [20:25] Practical tips for propagating with Fluval Stratum
- [25:10] Can you re-use Fluval Stratum?
- [26:49] What are the best plants for Fluval Stratum
- [27:53] Combining Fluval Stratum with perlite
- [30:50] Can Fluval Stratum be used as a growing medium in semi-hydroponic setups?
- [32:27] What are the best practices for propagating plant cuttings in Fluval Stratum?
- [34:52] Transferring cuttings from Fluval to potting media
- [36:50] Experiments with different growth mediums (Fluval Stratum, aroid mix, tree fern fiber, sphagnum moss, and peat moss)
- [39:58] Where can you find Lindsay and her resources online?
Mentioned in our conversation:
- Get a copy of Lindsay’s book, The Ultimate Guide to Houseplant Propagation
- Fluval Stratum
- LECA
- Lechuza Pon
- Hoya propagation tutorial with @alltheplantbabies
For Lindsay's expert tips on how to use Fluval Stratum,
check out the full show notes and blog here!
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