Easy Propagation Chamber
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Comments (8)I also used this method on some cuttings that I received. Not sure I really needed it since it is pretty humid where I live. I did not have a glass aquarium, so I used a plastic storage bin. I added some small rocks on the bottom and added a little water for humidity. Didn't need any heat it was already very warm here in May. Plus I really wanted to give them the best chance to root, so I tried it. Also I covered the top with plastic, and left about a third of it open to let air circulate. All of them rooted for me... I have also rooted cuttings in just turface/peat moss, sprayed with water, every 2-3 days and had roots within 2-3 weeks....See MoreEasy Propagation Chamber- Part 2
Comments (4)I hope someone can unconfuse me---- difficult as that may be. :) I found the original propagation chamber thread (started back in '05 "little dani") and love it. But that thread has 'reached it limit'. I thought that this thread would be a more recent continuation of it---- but it seems not. Kasha wrote ***- I didn't realize that someone else started up the 2nd part below.*** but I don't know where the 'below' is. (That's not Kasha's fault, probably mine) Could someone post the url for the new (2011/2012) thread. I'd like to continue reading everyone's ideas. It's such a good source of info. Thank you....See MorePropagation Chamber Questions
Comments (4)I have used various types of "chambers" for propagation and found that air flow is very important. One problem you may encounter with the fish tank is excess moisture and possible mold, particularly with a misting system. I have a 2x4' propagation table that I made from metal studs and it has 2 lights on a dimmer underneath for bottom heat. Have never used any misting system with it and it works great. For lighting I use 2 fluorescent lights with one cool and one warm bulb each. You may encounter some minor problems with access when working in the tank. The tempered glass is very strong and can not be cut or drilled or it will crumble into hundreds of tiny pieces. You could possibly remove one side and make it into a fold down door. The panes of glass in tanks are usually joined by silcon which can be sliced apart with a razor. You could also probably come up with a way to add bottom heat to your unit as the bottom is tempered glass also. When using my table I try to individualize types of cutting and plants so I can move them around or remove them as needed. Hope this helps. - Don...See MoreEasy Propagation Chamber - Mildew issue
Comments (3)I use course sand in trays that will drain. I place the chamber over the trays and remove it every afternoon for a couple of minutes to let the carbon dioxide leave. I mist the cuttings and replace the chamber. The walls of the chamber will have condensation on it. A soil type medium will hold too much moisture and cause fungus and root rot....See Morejakalfoshakal
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