Thanks Amy for making this video. I have successfully propagated African Violets in soil, water, and in soil using a covered container. The wicking system actually makes sense. The one thing I love to do propagating African Violets is so to remove and propagate suckers. Actually my favorite method. I usually have to place the African Violet suckers in a plastic bag to retain moisture. I believe that with your system I can easily propagate and don't have to use a sealed plastic bag. I have always found that propagation in soil is much faster than water. You have seemed to found the ultimate way. Thanks once again and may the Lord bless you.
@shirleyholt898
Жыл бұрын
You have the prettiest, healthy African violets. I like your whicking method. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🏻👏❤️🫂
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Aww, thank you Shirley! I had to share this, it makes propagating AVs so easy! Have a wonderful day, sweet friend. :)😇💞🤗🌷🌸
@jenardus2667
3 ай бұрын
Yes, successful with propagation using wick method. Seem to flower quicker. God Bless
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
To watch me prepare this leaf for propagation and see how to set up an African violet leaf for the water wicking method, here's a link to my video: kzitem.info/news/bejne/znlosa13aYigoqg
@remaeburney832
Жыл бұрын
Love African Violets,too. I had a big collection years ago, but life happened and i had to give them away. I just found space in my window for another African Violet. Right beside my Orchids 😊. Yes, wicking does make caring for AV easier. I use little cuttings off a clothesline cord for wicks. I also have a few self watering pots. This is new, I'm going to try it!
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
There's always room for one more AV...and one more orchid...in my house! lol! This was by far the easiest way I've propagated an AV. (Anything to make growing easier is good!) Let me know how it works for you...I think you'll be surprised!
@REAGAN_1980
Жыл бұрын
Yay glad it worked! I'll be setting some up for a fall grow. Thanks!
@calypsoserr8601
7 ай бұрын
Love your pots ❤.❤
@LizE2654
4 ай бұрын
I only have one African violet and about 6 months ago I put it on a wick and it just loves it! Also, I use my MSU orchid fertilizer and the African violet has responded really well with it. It takes only short breaks once in a while and then flowers again. So much more than it used to.
@OrchidWhisperer
4 ай бұрын
I'm so happy for you! 😊 They're a lot of fun to grow and so easy to grow on wicks. How much MSU do you feed yours with? Have a great day and happy growing! 😇🌺🌸⚘️
@elizabethevans8464
4 ай бұрын
I use 1/2 tbs per gallon. Same for orchids. My reservoir is quite large so I don’t need to fill often. Makes it so easy! I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for doing them!
@OrchidWhisperer
4 ай бұрын
@@elizabethevans8464 thanks so much for your sweet comment and for sharing that info with me. Blessings! Amy 😇
@sharonholmes4444
Жыл бұрын
💜🤍 Yes! I began wick propagating a leaf (from a purple/white combo color plant) about a month after you did. It hasn't pushed out a baby yet but i do feel resistance when tugging on the leaf. So, yes I'm certain it will be a success! This wicking method is easy peasy. Everyone should try it. 😊😇 Thank You! 😇😊
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Hi Sharon! You should be seeing some baby AVs soon! Once it roots, it doesn't take long after that. Have an awesome day, dear friend! 😇💜🤗💞🌵
@sharonholmes4444
Жыл бұрын
@@OrchidWhisperer 🤞🤞🤞
@ingridfoessl1075
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, have a Blessed Day!!!!
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Blessings to you, Ingrid!
@lenorepeloso2378
Жыл бұрын
I have had success with the wicking method for propagating the leaves. I’ve tried this method fir the first time and have three leaves propagation.
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to hear this, Lenore! This is so much easier than the other ways I've tried to propagate them. Blessings my friend! 😇
@lenorepeloso2378
Жыл бұрын
@@OrchidWhisperer Thank you for discussing the wicking method. I think I’m mixing too strong a formula of Schultz. You said 90ppm, so I will dilute mine. Blessings back to you. You Grace us all!
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
@@lenorepeloso2378 aww... thank you Lenore! You're a blessing to me! 😇
@richiezed
Жыл бұрын
I did at least a half dozen leaf cuttings only one was in a self watering pot. Guess which one was leaps and bounds more vigorous and faster growing than the all rest? 🤩
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad it worked for you! And thank you for letting me know. 😊
@tameracoelho87
6 күн бұрын
Would love to hear a video about what your thoughts are about the violets that do not seem to respond to wick watering. I too love this method but find some violets may not like it. By the way I am in New Jersey so not all that humid year round.
@OrchidWhisperer
4 күн бұрын
Hi Tamera! It's rather a mystery why some won't respond to wick watering. But some refuse the method. I wonder if certain AVs do need drier conditions, that's the only thing I can think of. Thanks so much for watching and have a great day! :)
@marlenebornman1751
9 ай бұрын
May the good Lord bless you abundantly 🙏
@tameracoelho87
Жыл бұрын
Can you remind us and show and tell us what pots you used or recommend for the leaf propagation method. Also what you use for reservoir. Thank you.
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Hi Tamera! There's a link to the initial setup video in the pinned comment on this video. Happy growing! 😇
@tksixangels44
15 күн бұрын
Can you tell us how to know how much water to use when propagating leaves?
@OrchidWhisperer
15 күн бұрын
@@tksixangels44 hi! If you're using a wick, keep water in the reservoir below the bottom of the inside of the pot. If it accidentally goes dry, run some water through the top of the pot til it starts running into the reservoir, and then refill it as usual. Happy growing! 😇
@tinamiolen8009
Жыл бұрын
I have noticed that you aren’t cutting the V’s in your tinted glasses anymore. What is the method that your using now? I have noticed something on the inside of the tinted glasses but I can’t figure it out what it is. I have followed you with your orchids for a while but have now turned to African Violets. Have a great afternoon!!!!!
@tksixangels44
Күн бұрын
How long did it rake before you noticed roots on the plants you used a wick on?
@OrchidWhisperer
21 сағат бұрын
@@tksixangels44 I think they were rooted in about 3 or 4 weeks. 😇
@marlenaldama5394
11 ай бұрын
Hi love your videos. Question 🤔 Do u have to keep water always in the bottom?
@hillbillyorchids
Жыл бұрын
Oh gosh wonder if I should do one in the wicking set up and leave one in water 🤔 what do you think?
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Hi Paula! That's exactly what I would do. I hope they propagate easily for you. 😇
@hillbillyorchids
Жыл бұрын
@Orchid Whisperer Ok sweetie I will switch them tomorrow! Thanks dear! ❤️
@kathykithcart1887
Ай бұрын
Hi Amy, I tried to use your coupon code and they said it is nor a code. Also they do charge shipping. Please advise
@OrchidWhisperer
Ай бұрын
@@kathykithcart1887 you can call them with your order ...the number is 770-683-5579. Thank you Kathy. 😇
@mariehackett2052
7 ай бұрын
Do you cover them in plastic
@OrchidWhisperer
7 ай бұрын
No.
@barbarajustice9499
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful violets where do you get your wicks ? How do you set the pots up for using the wicks do you need two pots ?
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Hi Barbara! I have pinned a comment with a link to the video about how I propagated this leaf and what I used. You can see exactly how I did this. Happy growing! 😇
@lenorepeloso2378
Жыл бұрын
Amy, at what point do you replant the propagated leaves or how do you separate the baby from the mother leaf?
@OrchidWhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Not until the babies are pretty mature...I'll do a video when I divide this one in a month or 2, depending on how fast the babies grow. Have a great day, Lenore! 😇
@lenorepeloso2378
Жыл бұрын
@@OrchidWhisperer perfect!
@Hamptons.Living
2 ай бұрын
Will give this practical method a try. Could you tell me do you grow all your AV’s under lights? Or just when propagating? 🌺🩵
@OrchidWhisperer
2 ай бұрын
Hi! I don't grow my AVs under lights. They grow in an eastern facing window in my house and that's plenty of light for them. But for propagating...it may be useful. You can give it a try and see if the leaf propagates quicker. Keep me posted...I wish you lots of growing success!
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