DONKEY’S TAIL PROPAGATION 101

Donkey's Tail Propagation

[@marygracebrannon908]

my burros tail fell over and lost so many leaves and i was so sad, but your video gave me hope and happiness thank you!!!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Mary Grace, the Sedum morganianum really is a beautiful but very delicate plant. I am glad that the little video I made is able to provide you some help. Happy propagation, probably you can have several plants after this. I would strongly suggest to put your new plants in a more undisturbed location. Keep well and enjoy planting. Thanks for your comment.

[@faizeladam1404]

I really enjoyed watching this. Passion in gardening is a rare gem these days.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Faizel, thank you for subscribing and leaving a buzz. Hopefully, I can start doing more videos come Spring. Officially, September ushers the start of the spring season in the Southern Hemispere.
The pandemic drove a lot of indoor gardeners into a frenzy driving house plant prices into a clockwise spin and it renewed my silent passion by making short videos about my small plant collection. I really hope to make my future videos more interesting. Once again, thanks for watching and my best regards.

[@shylamathews6181]

Very useful video. Thank you so much ❤

[@MIKESGARDEN]

The pleasure is mine. Keep well and enjoy life’s blessings.

[@almabalbin19]

Well done, MAB! I enjoyed watching your video, you are now a vlogger retiree! 😄Well, it’s not too late to do the things that you really like! Keep it up, Mr Balbin! 🪴

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hahahaha, I am very happy that you are always around. You are correct, it's never too late to do what you like doing. I do have many things in mind, Mike's Garden may eventually transform into Mike's Channel. May I have a cup of coffee please?

[@SkipperXoOo]

I had purchased 2 little Sedum Morganianum under the name Burro’s tail.
One arrived with one of the leaves fallen in the dirt. It has a tiny root already. This is one of my favorite succulents for sure!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi, I hope your Burro’s Tail is growing well. All the best and keep well.🐝

[@AllGreenThings4975]

FYI just sending my full support to your channel ❤️

[@MIKESGARDEN]

My, my, I am sure glad to get your support. My respect❤️

[@roybahala6488]

Very informative Mike! This should be very popular among plant lovers! More videos please...

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Roy, it is currently struggling but hopefully in due time it will gain some momentum. There are thousands of other creative talents from all over the world are way up above my circle of influence. I am just enjoying the ride at the moment. Thanks for the subscription, Roy. Be safe!

[@carolnguyen3496]

A job well done on what you are explaining to us about Donkey Tail plants 🪴

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you, Carol. Sedum morganianum or Donkey’s Tail is one of my favourites. I will show you the propagated plant in a future video. It grows very slow that you can’t see the difference in a short time frame. Are you in Vietnam, Australia or in some other part of the world? Stay safe and keep well.🌹🐝

[@sujathananaiah3048]

Very helpful video ❤

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you very much for appreciating the video. All the best.🐝

[@AllGreenThings4975]

I’m glad I found this channel very informative vedio and great tips I love 💕 that kind of plants very easy to grow thanks to greetings from California ❤️

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you, Lola’s Living. I am glad to welcome you aboard MIKE’S GARDEN. Take care and stay well.🐝

[@armandopacudan6479]

Good job, Sir Mike as always. A great learning from your sharing. 👍👏

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks for the buzz, Armand. Am happy that you find it worth your subscription. I will try something different next time to make it more Filipino (i hope). Salamat for hanging around Mike's Garden.

[@yolandarecede5888]

Another informative video mike. Will add donkey’s tail to my hanging plant collection. Till the next video. Abangan ko yun. 👍

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks for the buzz, Yolly. I am confident that you will have one of the best looking Donkey's Tails in the area. It will really take time to trail. Try using shorter cuttings and use older stem pods. Try the 'Burito' variety if you can get hold of some. They are more compact and the beans are more round. Important suggestion: aside from watering more because you are in the tropics, leave the plant undisturbed in a permanent spot. Until the next episode, ciao.

[@jeanbryant5554]

Another very informative vlog! Thanks! Likewise, don't forget to smell the flowers and stay healthy.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hello Jean, it's great to hear from you again. I will try bi-lingual in my next video...a fraction of a little tagalog. Just an experiment and evaluate the reactions.

[@jeanbryant5554]

@@MIKESGARDEN tool is called a dibble.

[@CarolinaBreathing]

thank you for this video, i’m excited for my burros tail to start trailing so i can propagate it! looking forward to seeing many more videos from you :)

[@MIKESGARDEN]

The pleasure is mine, Rachel. Be patient with your plant. Keep the plant away from mechanical damage, away from constantly being disturbed.🐝

[@RoseBudSavona]

So beauiful plants and that my favorite hanging plants

[@heatherparsons7596]

I've never seen a flowering burros tail. Beautiful! Thanks for the video ☺

[@MIKESGARDEN]

I have heard that from a lot of people, the seasons are responsible for a lot of morphological changes in plants but the element P for Phosphorous is responsible for flowering. Stay safe.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@HappyH4ppyHappy, thanks for the buzz. I am happy to hear that. Your Sedum must be a different species, in my humble personal opinion. Where is it grown (pot or direct in soil)? A ton of yellow flowers is not a hyperbole because I do have a Sedum that blooms for most parts of the year. Well done!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@HappyH4ppyHappy I am convinced that you have a Sedum. Sedum has several species under it and many produce yellow blooms. Sorry, I cannot identify which Sedum species you have. Keep well and my best regards.

[@julietbalboa8332]

I'm learning a lot mike. You did a great job! More power to your chanel...!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Glad to hear it! How's everything in Cebu. If there is one Hoya that I would like to put my hands on, its the CEBU BLUE! it is not always available here.

[@julietbalboa8332]

I don't know if its available in any place. So no idea where to find one. I'm just learning mike and i could hardly name plants around me! Hehehe. .

[@josephdemeterio9726]

Well done!!! Kuya Mike...that was super informative. Thanks you

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Glad you enjoyed it, Joseph. What must I do to make it entertaining, hahaha? Seriously, aside from informative it must also be entertaining because the analytics indicate that viewers do not really watch it entirely. What sayest thou? Thanks for the buzz.

[@user-pd1ln9qi4v]

شرح جميل ..شكرا جزيلا لك ❤

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi, though I cannot translate the comment, it probably means well with the ❤️at the start. Thank you for dropping a line.🐝

[@joeymdph]

Very informative... Will promote this to our friends...
Joey D

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you for the buzz, Joey D. I will appreciate that very much. May I suggest that you promote it by sharing the link individually as a PM. It will be more effective. I recall our broadcasting days of promoting music. Shalom, my friend!

[@rubyreyes4613]

Woooww it was so good Mike
I’ll share in my FB ❤

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks 999 RUBY…all the best my dear friend. It would be a pleasure.🐝

[@mayarada2059]

Wow , absolutely fantastic beautiful Donkeys Tails and Rabbits Tails , I had exactly the same plants as yours which absolutely beautiful to have it , I’ll give you my support and hope to see you around .

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Maya, thank you for your support. You are correct, the plant is fantastic and beautiful. Keep well and have fun.🐝

[@ManDom878]

Thank you Mike!

[@tattoedhips]

Very Nice! I learned something for sure! I like your speaking voice . I think you're a Filipino but I like listening to you . it almost feels like listening to a priest or a pastor. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Renea, thank you for dropping a line and for subscribing. I hope to start making videos again soon as spring in Australia begins in September. It will still be cold but the plants are starting to be active again and I am conditioning myself to start editing once again.
All the best Renea!

[@pattygeerken8617]

Thank you!

[@kayturley1977]

Part of your narrative was inaudible, but I watched the whole thing anyway. Thanks. I knew what you were doing and even without audio I got some questions answered.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

I appreciate the feedback, Kay. You were the first one to mention that and it prompted to me to watch the episode again. I am sorry for the inconvenience. I hope the other episodes are fine. Thanks for the buzz.

[@kathygilbreath6073]

Enjoyed your video. Very informative!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you, Kathy. I hope I can start doing more videos soon. Keep well and enjoy life.🐝

[@ivojovi]

I will let mama know about this plant. It will really go well with our hanging plant wall 😊

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks Jovi. Remember to put the plant where it cannot be disturbed away from direct sunlight.🐝

[@antonioaberilla7026]

Very educational Mike well done

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you, Tony. I really appreaciate the subscription. Track them on easy buddy.

[@brendabuenviaje4981]

Very informative video Tito Mike

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you Brenda, have you seen the latest video on Adelaide Botanic Garden?

[@brendabuenviaje4981]

Haha yes Tito, Binge watching all your videos tonight😂

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@brendabuenviaje4981, salamat and enjoy. I hope to do some more nest week. g'night.

[@bibo8655]

Another great one Mike! 👍👍

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks for the buzz, my friend.

[@22pg65]

Awesome ! Very informative. Keep it coming.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

More to come! I will try bi-lingual videos next time. Thank you for subscribing.

[@preetiyadav5980]

Great
Good job. Helpful for me.

[@MIKESDREAMS]

Thank you Preeti for dropping a line. I hope your plant propagation is successful. I would like to overemphasise that an excellent looking donkey’s tail does not want to be touched. So, the right location is away from any mechanical damage and this includes strong wind and constant handling. Keep well.🐝

[@SimpleTasteTV]

Great content Sir Mike! Alex here...

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hello Alex, it's good to hear from you old friend. Thanks for the subcription.

[@user-ru7cv7vg2f]

オーストラリアにもダイソーがあるんだね！！びっくり！！
I didn’t know they have DAISO in Australia.
Thank you! Great job!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Konichiwa Rikako, Daiso opened it's first South Australian store in Parafield Gardens in 2017. It's a lovely Japanese knick knack store where most items are $2.80. I have several of these wall pots and some of them are mounted on my fence. Thank you for your subscription, I hope Mike's Garden CZcams Channel will be relevant to your leisure time. Arigatou!

[@ashasudhir1623]

Very interesting video, well presented. . If you would be kind enough to make a video on it’s leaf propagation too. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Asha, thanks for the buzz. It was awesome to hear from you. Yes, I will do that BUT it just takes too much time to grow them from a single leaf. The very slow growth is not visually impressive but it will give you some personal satisfaction. That is the reason why PATIENCE is key to growing the plant from leaf. They are so tiny.🌹🐝

[@ashasudhir1623]

Thanks for the reply Mike. Very sweet of you. I have tried leaf propagation for these but some how not been successful. Hence the suggestion 😊🙏🏻

[@cococosaful]

My cuttings keep “chasing” the sun :( it’s not draping down. How can I avoid this?

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi cococosaful, all I can really say is be patient. Newly propagated stems are strong but brittle that forcing it to drop and veil may just break it. GRAVITY will do that for you when the new growth becomes heavy. This process will take time to come to fruition. BTW, planting the stems diagonally at an angle into soil may help the long process but you can avoid this by planting longer stems as longer stems are already heavy. Otherwise, let nature take its course and enjoy the SLOW GROWTH of your Sedum morganianum. Thanks for the buzz.

[@marellavie4088]

Good day sir Mike! Love this video quality and content is good. More propagation of houseplant videos pls.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Plant propagation is a common PM request topic, Marilou. I will be doing more videos on plant propagation in the future. Thanks for the buzz.

[@tanvigarasia2334]

Very well explained

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks Tanvi, your comment will always be an inspiration to keep going. Keep well and be happy always.🐝

[@carolyntierney7091]

Good morning, I have been looking for this variety of Sedum morganium for about 16 years! They are stunning, if well cared for. I you can point me in the right direction to get some healthy cuttings, I would greatly appreciate it, and pay to boot. I live in Tucson, AZ. The only plant I can find here is the variety that has short rounded leaflets which doesn't grow as prolifically and doesn't provde the same stunning effect. Let me know if you can help. Than you for your great video.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Dear Carolyn, thanks you for your comment. I greatly appreciate it but regretfully I cannot help you with sourcing of this Sedum variety in your home country. I live in South Australia and I am rather a long way from you. I would rather suggest planterina.com, they have a nursery in Florida and probably ship to Arizona. They are a professional plant nursery and I can only hope that they have the plant in their inventory. Take care and stay well.🐝

[@bharotiphukan8488]

Very nice

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you, Bharoti. Keep well and enjoy life my friend.🐝

[@anonleeleichner3915]

Thanks so much

[@MIKESDREAMS]

The pleasure is mine, Anonlee. Thank you, too, for dropping a line.

[@sayano9213]

It’s beautiful and interesting! Good job Mike:)

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Yaho or konichiwa, Ayano, my friend from Osaka. It's amazing how we can reconnect through the beauty of plants. I have a small garden at home and they all behave differently as the seasons change. Autumn just started here and its Spring over there and pretty soon the Sakura will start to bloom. Send photos of the cherry blossom, will you?

[@teresitamagno6789]

Seeing this donkey's tail reminds me of my grandmother...she used to tend this plant before...

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Very nostalgic🐝They remind me of my mother. Take care.🐝

[@gamingguruyt4383]

hope fine with sound health
Dear sir my donkey tail plant not growing wel ,let me know what kind of potting soil that I need as wel.

[@MIKESDREAMS]

Hi Gaming Guru YT, the Genre Sedum in general are not very fuzzy with its growing medium as long as it’s not “clayish” soil. The short answer is: ANY FREE DRAINING SOIL. You have not totally described your plant. I would like to create a picture in my mind of what is going on with it. Please describe it some more because the soil is not a very common problem of the Sedum morganianum or Donkey’s Tail. Most of its problem are location, environmental and mechanical damage because a healthy looking plant must have most of its ‘leaves’. If they fall or become bald, the free draining soil has nothing to with it. Thanks a lot for dropping a line. I really wish that I can help you more.

[@Mari443Garrett1]

You should be an announcer on the radio or on tv.. :-D

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Mari44Garrett, I am terribly sorry for this very tardy reply. I have been preoccupied with other matters the last 6 months. I really appreciate your comment, perhaps I should consider being a radio talent. Keep well and enjoy life🐝.

[@amynicorici9044]

Superl! Ang ganda nmn ng plant na yan. Salamat po sa bagong kaalaman. Ang galing din po nyo mag english.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Amy, salamat for your comment. That made me smile. You are correct in saying the plant is maganda. Tulad ng tao, mga hayop at mga iba't-ibang mga halaman; living things choose to stay, live and propagate where they are happy. Happy plants are healthy plants.
Stay safe and keep well. Again, thanks for the buzz.

[@angiemontecillo9209]

Salamat that helps a lot.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Angie, sorry for this late reply but I am thankful that the episode has helped you in any way. Please, huwag kang magsawa. I hope I can start recording or editing again very soon.😍

[@angiemontecillo9209]

@@MIKESGARDEN marami akong donkey and burrus tails.

[@Freddd95]

I've looked on many videos and all over the web, but it seems like nobody mentions this essential part: When rooting single leafs on the surface of the soil, what do you do after they start growing roots? I would guess that at some point they need to be placed deeper into the soil, or do you just leave them on the surface? If planting them into the soil, how and when? Hope you can help me! :)

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Fredd95, thanks for dropping a line. Propagating a Sedum morganianum by leaf is very possible and the only downside is: IT WILL REALLY TAKE A LONG, LONG, LONG TIME for it to grow and mature. If time is not a problem and you are a very patient man, then I am strongly encouraging you to experience it. I don’t know which part of the world you live in but that does not matter if you are aware that tropical plants grown in subtropical climates go into dormancy regularly as the season changes. If you live in the tropics, the plant will thrive all year round.
Going to your question, I recommend that you propagate it on its final pot and leave it there UNDISTURBED. If the leaf starts producing roots, leave it where it is happily growing and TOP UP with soil to cover the exposed roots. The roots will naturally seek moisture and the growing plant will start anchoring itself on nutrient rich medium to support growth. Water occasionally and help the plant develop by avoiding direct sunlight. Two to three hours of direct morning sun is fine to help accelerate photosynthesis. Btw, between a Donkey’s Tail and Burrow’s Tail, while they belong to the same family and genus, the latter is known to grow the slowest.
Thank you again for your question my patient friend. I wish you well and good luck.

[@Freddd95]

@@MIKESGARDEN Thanks a lot for such a long and thoughtful answer ❤️

[@MIKESDREAMS]

@@Freddd95, my pleasure. Keep well and enjoy life’s blessings.🐝

[@monykanda8694]

Hi Sir could i know what type of fertilizer do you use.

[@DebraTrimble]

How long after plant and root growth do you plant the new Burros Tail?

[@mantwaan]

Just what I was looking for! Thanks for your content. Instasub!!!!

[@Kara-iq1fm]

Beautiful plants, sir! Will the original stems on the mother plant that were cut continue to grow, after its cut? or no, only those cuttings that you took from the mother will continue to grow, since new leaves form at the end of the stem?

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Kara Simms, I am sorry for the late reply. I have been preoccupied with other matters last month. Anyway, foremost, thank you for subscribing to Mike's Garden. I hope I can resume editing some video materials again soon. It will be springtime soon.
The answer to you question is, YES! They will continue to grow but not at the tip of the cut. New growth normally happens where the nodes are. Sometimes, you'll get several growth points in different nodes of the stem. In some occasion the nodes under the soil produce new growth. This gives the impression that a new plant is growing.
Thanks for your comment, I really appreciate it very much.

[@basho4306]

@@MIKESGARDEN this prompts the question if your big mother plants actually consist of one plant only or if they consist of a bunch of plants put together?
Would be grateful for an answer as I only have one cutting of a Burro's tail.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi@@basho4306 , the mother plant is made up of 2 small cuttings given by a friend. I divided the 2 stems to make 4 so I can have a bushier plant. True enough, I had the plant I wanted after a year. As the stems mature, they will start to branch out. New growth will emanate from any node. To reiterate, keep the plant away from constantly being disturbed to keep it from getting damaged.
So, I would recommend to divide your cutting to make more. Let the cuts dry for 2 or 3 days before planting without forgetting the orientation of the cuts from base to tip. Planting the tip wrongly will not make the plant grow at all. In closing, since you only have a stem to start with, be very, very extra careful not to lose too many leaves/pods. Keep well and enjoy your propagation.
Thanks for buzzing around.🐝

[@basho4306]

@@MIKESGARDEN appreciate the fast and informative reply, thank you! Enjoy your day

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@basho4306 the pleasure is mine🐝.

[@alwayneaurelia5875]

Very interesting watching you blog mike’ garden. Thank you mike!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

So nice of you my friend. I will continue to send them to you as I dish out new materials. God bless you and your family.

[@RoastMcGhost]

thank you

[@MIKESGARDEN]

The pleasure is mine. Keep well and enjoy life’s blessings.🐝

[@wendyfedz323]

I have a question. Does Donkey tails spread or just grow in strands? Mines a little bald cuz it got damaged. So I was wondering if I should add more strands or if it will get full itself.

[@MIKESDREAMS]

Hi Wendolyne, it will spread given the correct conditions by growing new strands from mature strands. The growth of new strands is rather slow. Fully developed plants will also have new growth from the base. It will take patience on your part to witness that. While the bald strands look unsightly, it would be good to cut and replant them to hasten the look of a fuller plant. Please bear in mind that bald strands occur due to mechanical damage. The environment and humans are the main culprits.
Thanks for dropping a line. I hope this will be helpful. All the best.

[@aletashort7563]

Help! 🆘 MY DONKEYS TAIL LOOKS DREADFUL!!! With only one trail left ,with no leaves at the root & very few at the end ! What am I doing wrong ???😮

[@MIKESDREAMS]

Hi Aleta, thanks for dropping a line. I am sorry about the state of your Sedum. I can only hypothesize what is wrong based on your description. Foremost, no leaves on base where the rooted stem meets the soil and very few at the end only means mechanical damage due to various factors like wind, animals and humans, location and surrounding plants. Either or all can cause the leaves to fall. Remember, the Donkey’s tail leaves are very sensitive to handle. That is the reason why I am strongly suggesting to LEAVE THE PLANT ALONE. My plant started with a strand given by a friend. I planted it in a wall mounted pot and located the pot on a wall with no direct sunlight. Alone and undisturbed except during watering, it has flourished into several healthy plants today. In short, you can start from where you are now. Forget about it except during watering bearing in mind not to touch it to avoid more damage. Cheers and my warmest regards from Australia.🐝

[@georgeking5044]

New to you. Thank you. I have a burros tail, one strand. Maybe one foot long. If I cut it to propagate will it continue to grow?

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi GeorgeKing, yes it will grow. Tips:
Do not forget the correct orientation of the stem, it won’t grow if planted the wrong way.
After cutting your stem, try drying it for a few days to callous/dry the cut before planting.
It will take a long time before roots develop but they will in due time.
Keep it away from direct sunlight and be patient.
Thank you and merry Christmas!

[@georgeking5044]

@@MIKESGARDEN merry Christmas to you too mike

[@25avni]

How much time does it take to grow from baby to this long.

[@MIKESDREAMS]

Hi 25anvi, wow, that’s an easy question with a rather hard to swallow answer. The answer is around 3 to 5 years or even longer. Patience is the key to growing a Sedum morganianum. I have been patient with mine and honestly the satisfaction is different. It’s like looking at a miniature plant growing very, very, very slowly. I like looking at it really tiny. If you want it to grow quickly, propagate it using cuttings and in one year you’ll have a similar one like the mother plant. Take care and thanks for the interesting question.🐝

[@mcoggeshall2448]

Would you show how to take care of Aloe Vera?

[@juliaharbeck774]

What medium do you use in your propagating tray?

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Julia, I use ordinary potting mix. Nothing extraordinary with this mix but I would like to stress from an agriculturist point of view, inducing a cutting to root depends on the amount of auxin (a naturally occurring growth hormone mostly in abundance in plant tips) in your plant. The location of your propagation is very important for the cuttings to fully recover quickly…bright indirect sunlight. Thanks for your question. Keep well.

[@user-yt1ie3ln6p]

waching from JAPAN PO

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Domo arigatou. I hope this finds you well and in awesome spirits. Hopefully, the other episodes will interest you, too.

[@gardenpassion2256]

Very informative video Mike Sir. Just let me know how much time does the leaves take to propogate?

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Garden Passion, I will be honest. It will take a very, very long time to propagate from a single leaf. That’s why patience is the key to propagating them. Propagation by cuttings is still bb far the fastest way. Leaf propagation is very challenging due to the length of time to witness growth. Thanks for the buzz🐝.

[@alwayneaurelia5875]

Wow ! Very nice plant . Hi mike how many day will take to propagate donkeys rail? Can I order from you

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you for your comment, Alwayne. The Donkey's Tail will take very long to grow long stems but they are easy to propagate. Propagating and growth are two different areas of plant keeping. I am sorry, at the moment, I am not selling any of my plants but I may consider marketing them if I continue propagating. Salamat ulit sa comment mo. Mabuhay!

[@jenniferjoseph4194]

Job well done, very beautiful but the music prevent me from hearing clearly, music not necessary!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thank you Jennifer, I will try to lower the background music next time or better still not use any in the future. Your comment is well taken. Keep well and enjoy life.🐝

[@aureliablair9380]

Love this video 😊

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Aurelia, I am glad that you liked it! I hope to produce more content before the year is over. Your comment will motivate me to give it a go. Thank you.😘

[@jen-dm4dm]

very enjoyable video. In April of this year I purchased a medium sized pot with lots of healthy looking donkey tailing growing; I find that it is not looking quite as healthy in the past few months; is this a good time to repot with new soil? The pot has some trailing stems flowing down its sides as well as a lot of smaller growths inside the pot - I don't know if I should remove the whole plant and just plop it into new succulent soil, or should I make cuttings and stick the cuttings into new potting soil. I'd appreciate any advice and suggestions you can give me. Thank you!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Jen888, what could be the reasons for it not to look healthy? Are the stems missing any or many leaves? Are the leaves soft and crimped? Please let me know. After 7 months, your plant should have fully acclimated and growing. The small growth you mentioned are good signs that the plant is recovering. Leave it the way it is. Do not repot as it will only hurt your plant. Please take note of the following suggestions:
1. Location is one of the most important factors to consider. It must be away from any direct sunlight except early morning sun. It must be in a BRIGHT (indirect sunlight) location. It must be in a place not frequently disturbed by both humans and external factors like strong wind, birds, etc. If you have found this correct location, settle the plant there. Leave it alone except when watering. Water once or twice a week only during hot days. If you have winter, water less.
2. Avoid touching the plant, water without injuring the plant (mechanical damage). The plant is sensitive to anything that will cause the leave to fall. A slight brush of your body is enough to do this.
3. The plant is a slow growing specie but the moment it has recovered, you will be amazed how those little growth will progress. In short, be patient.
4. Avoid overwatering. The tendency of many plant lovers is to over love their plants by watering them frequently. The Sedum morganianum is a hardy plant that thrives with less care and neglect. Let me know how the plant is on December 1, 2023…in the meantime let those little growing stems develop and mature.
Thank you, good luck and take care.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Jen, do you have any bald stems with many leaves towards the tip?

[@jen-dm4dm]

@@MIKESGARDEN The leaves are tinier and less full looking than when I first bought the plant; they also are more "yellow" than the dark green when I first bought it; there are a few stems that have lost leaves where it hangs over the pot; the leaves are more plentiful and fuller looking at the tips. I hang the pot on a tree branch so that it receives morning sunlight and afternoon shade. I live in Hawaii where the weather stays pretty much the same year round; the reason why I was thinking of repotting is because I've read that one should repot soon after buying a plant from a nursery so I thought my plant's decline may be due to my not repotting it for so many months. Thank you for your help

[@MIKESDREAMS]

@@jen-dm4dm, aloha! Thank you for getting back. I would not recommend that you repot it because small growth and tiny branches have already developed. Let the mother plant take its course. On the other hand, you can propagate the branches that have lost their leaves but have fuller and greener tips.
Yellowing can be several things but I am leaning towards too much sunlight unless the tree’s canopy is protecting it. Try moving it towards the trunk so it gets more shade than direct sun exposure.

[@jen-dm4dm]

@@MIKESDREAMS thanks for your suggestion - I will move the pot to be closer to the trunk where there is less direct sun

[@kristlkoo2948]

Hi! Could u make a vlog about your propagation box, and how you prop succulents and other plants? :) also, can burros tails take direct afternoon sun, such as on a roofless roofdeck?

[@kristlkoo2948]

Thanks for making this video btw!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Kristi, yes I will do that one day. Re, Burro’s tail, I would strongly suggest to keep them away from direct sunlight except for a few hours of morning sun. Afternoon sun will be too harsh for the Sedum morganianum. Locate them in a bright SHADED area away from any mechanical damage like strong wind, lots of human movement and other factors that will touch or damage the plant. Thank you for your comment and take care. Remember, these plants are happy in isolation.🐝

[@aljohnangeles976]

"Gancillo" now that's a word aI have not heard in a long while. Isn't that a knitting tool? Anyway, such a lovely plant but like you said, only for the patient.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hahahahaha, my mother knitted a lot and we had a variety of these knitting tools once upon a time. Re. Donkey's Tail, it's a "leave me alone plant" to keep it from falling apart or you can get a thriving nursery plant to cut the waiting time and leave it in peace. Before you know it, you have a lovely trailing plant.

[@tuttim83]

Hi
Sorry I didn’t catch how often you water the donkey tail

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Sharon, you can water it once a week or better still once every 2 weeks. This means deep watering. While you can water it twice a week, doing so will weaken the stem and leaf bond. It means the leaf can detach very easily. Less watering will promote a tougher stem and leaf bond. Thanks for the question. Stay well and keep safe.🐝

[@tuttim83]

@@MIKESGARDEN thank you so very much! Very helpful!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

I am glad to be of help.🐝

[@kevinkimble2819]

We are giving a single leaf a try

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Kevin. that is awesome BUT, as I said, PATIENCE IS KEY TO GROWING THEM FROM A LEAF because it’s going to be a long, long, long wait. I have done it, after 2 years, they are still micro small compared to growing a stem. Thanks for the buzz. Good luck🐝.

[@tulichakroborty5257]

Sir . Which state you belon?
I am from India ☺️🙏🇮🇳

[@MIKESDREAMS]

Hi Tuli, I am in SA🐝

[@jerrjaspknighton708]

👍🥃

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Thanks for dropping a line.🐝

[@shanejsr]

Do we have to keep the cuttings aside for a day or two

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Yes and no but if you’re afraid that the stem will rot then let the tip dry and callous. In my opinion, it is safe to plant a fresh cutting if you use a clean pair of scissors. Furthermore, you’ll have several nodes buried and roots will grow from any of the buried nodes. That is short of saying a healthy stem is guaranteed a successful propagation. A healthy stem will have an enormous amount of growth hormones called auxin. Auxin is responsible in promoting root formation.
Thank you for your question and remember use a healthy stem…dry or fresh…be patient and it will grow.

[@shanejsr]

@@MIKESGARDEN thank you Mike. Appreciate it 💚

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@shanejsr, my pleasure.🐝

[@niesah4069]

Quick question mike :), should i keep my propagations wet all the time, or should i let them dry out before watering again? Thank you for the amazing video!

[@MIKESGARDEN]

G’day, thank you for asking. The quick answer is let it dry out.
New propagations need less watering. Moisten the soil on day 1 of your propagation. Encourage root formation by not watering for a month. If you’re in the tropics, water once a week. Soil quality and composition are essential factors for water management. Well drained soils promote deep rooting. It also means more watering. Water less, if you experience winter. Your question used the adjective WET, remember, wet is different from moist.
Sedums, in general, establish themselves quite easily. MY MAJOR CONCERN is how to make them look the best they can. I very strongly suggest to locate the plant away from constant mechanical contact because a bald stem is not good to look at. Keeping your plant in indirect sunlight is ideal and locating them away from regular human interaction, except during watering, will make them look amazingly beautiful.
Keep well and enjoy life’s blessings.🐝

[@niesah4069]

Thank you so much 💐 this is my first propagation so I was kinda worried about how to properly take care of them :) thank you for answering so quickly, have a wonderful day! 🍀

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@niesah4069 , I wish you all the best.🐝

[@kumud6345]

Good morning Sir.. is have to dry stems for one or two days.. or directory put it on soil.. from india thanks in advance

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Kumud, I hope all is well with you and your family. It is not necessary to dry the stems before planting into soil. Drying helps avoid infection but that seldom happens on Donkey's Tail because the plant is a very hardy or tough to infect. Just avoid overwatering your plant as it establishes itself in your pot. YOU CAN PLANT FRESH CUTTINGS DIRECTLY INTO SOIL. The plant has a built in growth hormone called AUXIN. This hormone is responsible in root development and this is in very high concentration in plant tips. Thank you for you question.

[@kumud6345]

@@MIKESGARDEN Thank you sir for replying me... All well here.. planted stems.. waiting for the result.. will surely update you..

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hello again, waiting for the result, you mentioned. I have a notation for that: Donkey's Tail will take time to grow...a long time! I am strongly suggesting that you put it in a place that is bright to very bright but no dierct sunlight. Leave it alone to grow with minimal care. You will not see any BIG difference in a year. Take a picture of it now and compare the picture you will take in April 2022. You will then see the difference. May I know what other plants you have in your collection? Thank you and please be safe.

[@dulamsureshsuresh997]

Soil mix please

[@MIKESGARDEN]

The genus Sedum, in general, are not fuzzy with its growing medium. Therefore, any potting mix will do. Technically speaking, a plant is either hydrophilic, i.e. rice or hydrophobic, i.e. snake plant. You can also look at them as either sun loving or bright shady dwellers. Thanks for the buzzzz.

[@BhelChoo-py2pl]

Hi po, dati po napakaganda ng mga burros tail ko sa terrace ko pero bakit biglang na dry ang mga dahon, naglalaglagan na super dry

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Bhel Choo, an overwatered burro's tail is mainly identified by shriveling leaves, discoloration of the leaves. This can be quite alarming to such a once beautiful plant. Ang Burro’s at Donkey’s tail ay hardy pero pag nasobrahan ng tubig ay maaaring mamatay sa root rot. Unang-una, dapat ang lupa ay well draining. Kapag diniligan mo, dapat ay makikita mong tumutulo palabas ang tubig. Kapag hindi, mabubulok ang mga ugat ng halaman mo. Water once every 2 weeks. Puwede na rin once a week kung talagang well draining and lupang ginamit mo. Higit sa lahat ay hindi naiistorbo ang tanim at maliwanag ang lugar na pinaglagyan mo ng tanim.
Salamat sa tanong. Nawa’y pagpalain ka…ingat.🐝

[@joelnartatez6280]

Nice

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Now, I see you! Thank you Joel. You are a gentleman friend. God bless.

[@angiemontecillo9209]

Can you do mermaids tails papano magtanim or yong dahon papano totobo.

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hello Angie, I have to research on this because a Mermaid's Tail only comes more visible (the Tail) in a mature plant.👌

[@angiemontecillo9209]

@@MIKESGARDEN salamat.

[@tamaranursery1268]

I love donkey tail but i dry it till 5 days and than i plant it on vulcanic sand and compost

[@MIKESGARDEN]

Hi Tamara Nursery, that is correct. Drying the stem or leaf is excellent for propagating most succulents. Some also dip them in rooting hormones to speed up rooting. The general idea of drying is to callous the cut. With humility, I would like to say, every plant has a growth hormone called AUXIN, this hormone is concentrated in actively growing shoots or plant tips. It is also responsible for new cuttings to develop new roots. Thanks for the buzz. All the best.🐝

[@tamaranursery1268]

@@MIKESGARDEN can we use auxin for succulent?

[@MIKESGARDEN]

@@tamaranursery1268 YES