ROOTING
CHAMBERS
There are many ways to make an effective
rooting chamber (or miniature greenhouse,
as we like to think of ours), and none of
them are expensive. The size and shape
depends on the size of your plantlet. Basic
plastic storage boxes are great for larger
cuttings, while smaller plastic fruit and salad
boxes make brilliant mini-propagation units
for growing seedlings. A clear plastic bag
propped up with a rigid support like a short
length of cane makes a simple cover and fits
nicely over a standard plant pot. Drainage
holes are necessary, allow you to water from
below. Shop-bought propagation units will
also do the job.
Clockwise, from top:
orchid cactus; laid-flat
echeveria; jade plant
cuttings lef t to callous