Cactus/Argentine giant
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If I cut one or two arms off an argentine giant to start new plants, do I leave it to dry before planting? If so how long and then what?
Gerry,
Yes you do. Let it heal for about 2 weeks. Once the cut area has hardened, plant it in either cactus mix type soil or just plain dirt. Try to orient it the same direction (north/south) that it was prior to taking a cutting. It will take a month or more to root, so be patient. Hope this helps!
Sincerely,
Greg
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Greg Simpson
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I can answer questions regarding planting, transplanting, care, propagating, identification and general information. The questions can be about cacti and other succulents from North and South America and Africa.
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Collecting cactus and succulents since 1974.
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