Pothos is one of the easiest plants to root in water, and a glass jar of pothos vines also makes a pretty decoration. Follow these steps for strong roots.
Step 1: Take a cutting
Cut a vine just below a node, the small brown bump where roots grow. Include 2 to 3 leaves. Remove any leaf that would sit under water.
Step 2: Place it in water
Put the node in a clean jar of room-temperature water. Keep the leaves above the rim. A clear jar lets you watch the roots grow.
Step 3: Light and water changes
Keep the jar in bright, indirect light. Change the water every 4 to 7 days to keep it fresh and prevent bacteria.
Step 4: Wait for roots
Roots appear in 1 to 3 weeks. Wait until they are 4 to 6 cm long for the strongest cutting.
Step 5: Pot up or keep growing in water
Pothos can grow in water for months, especially with a drop of liquid fertilizer every few weeks. For faster, bushier growth, move it to a pot with airy potting mix and keep the soil lightly damp for the first 2 weeks.
Troubleshooting
- Slimy stems: change the water, trim the soft part and try again.
- No roots after 4 weeks: use a node with an aerial root nub and place in a warmer spot.
- Yellow leaves: the cutting has too little light or the water is stale.
Start with healthy vines from our Pothos collection.