Propagate purple heart plant: guide for beginners

Discover the transformation of the Purple Heart or Purple Queen Plant in this concise video. We'll unveil all the essential details you need to effectively propagate this plant from cuttings or rescue an unhappy plant. In just a few minutes, you'll witness the remarkable change from an unhappy plant to a vibrant purple beauty.

Observe as we address the concerns of this unhappy plant. With no leaves on its stem, it's clear that some intervention is needed. The key to propagating Purple Hearts lies in obtaining cuttings with two or three nodes and one or two leaves. A proper cut should have a node at the top, another node or two below, and at least two leaves. This configuration ensures a successful start for your Purple Queen.

Once the cuts are prepared, they can be directly transferred into potting mix or, if you prefer water propagation, patience is key. After a few weeks, roots will begin to emerge, signaling that it's time to move your new Purple Hearts into potting mix.

Join us as we demonstrate the process of taking nine cuts from a seemingly unhappy plant and transforming them into a thriving pot. Your time is valuable, so we've expedited the process to show you how to propagate these delightful plants effectively.

For ideal growth, we recommend using a potting mix combined with 20 to 30% perlite. This mixture ensures proper drainage for your Purple Hearts. We've meticulously prepared nine cuts for propagation, and they are ready to be transferred into the potting mix.

Carefully secure your plants in place, and don't forget to water them generously. Place the pot in a well-lit area and wait for the magic to happen.

After 38 days, the results are in. Witness the joyous transformation of these plants as they flourish with beautiful purple leaves. Out of the nine cuts we transferred into this pot, eight of them have thrived, with one lone exception.