How to Propagate Pothos: Soil & Water Plant Propagation Guide

Propagating pothos is a fast, cheap, and easy way to get more houseplants. This beginner-friendly vine is a vigorous grower and will benefit from a regular trim. 

You can propagate pothos all year round. However, for best results, try propagating pothos in spring and summer when the plant is actively growing, because Pothos cuttings grow roots faster during the brighter, warmer months and will root slower in winter.

How Many Pothos Cuttings Do You Need?

To make a bushy pothos plant, you will need at least 3-4 cuttings per pot. For a 6-inch pot, five cuttings should be enough. This will give the roots space to develop and give the pothos a fuller look. 

How to Cut the Pothos Vine for Propagation

Start by untangling your pothos plant, and pick 3-4 of the longest vines for propagation. Each vine should have at least 6-7 leaves. 

Propagating Cuttings in Water

Use a sharp, sterilized blade and cut the pothos vine ½ an inch above and below the growth node. Cut at least three cuttings per pot for a bushy pothos plant. Half-fill a glass with room-temperature water.

Propagating Cuttings in Soil

Use a sharp, sterilized blade and cut the pothos vine ½ an inch above and below the growth node. Cut at least three cuttings per pot for a bushy pothos plant. Half-fill a glass with room-temperature water.

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How to Propagate Pothos: Soil & Water Plant Propagation Guide