Have you ever looked at someone’s thriving indoor jungle and thought, “How do they do it?”

Good news—you don’t need fancy tools or a horticulture degree to grow your own collection.

With a few simple tricks and a little patience, you can turn one plant into many right from your kitchen table.


Propagation isn’t just easy—it’s fun, budget-friendly, and a great way to share your love of greenery with others.

Whether you’re new to plant parenting or already have a windowsill full of leafy companions, these 11 plants are perfect for growing your collection at home.

Let’s take a look at the easiest houseplants to multiply—and how to get started.



1. Pothos

Just snip below a node, pop the stem in water or moist soil, and you’ll see roots forming in a few weeks.


Mature size: 20–40 feet
Light: Low to bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining


2. Philodendron

Root a cutting in water or soil, and you’ll have a new plant before you know it!


Mature size: 30–70 feet
Light: Medium to bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining


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3. Monstera

Cut a stem with at least three nodes, place it in water, and wait for roots—then pot it up.


Mature size: 10–15 feet
Light: Medium to bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining

4. Inch plant (Tradescantia)

These grow fast—just snip and stick in water or soil.


Mature size: 6–12 inches tall, 1 foot wide
Light: Low to bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining


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5. Spider plant

Clip off the baby “spiderettes” and plant them in soil, or root them in water first.


Mature size: Up to 18 inches tall, 2 feet wide
Light: Low to bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining

6. String of hearts

Cut above a tuber, place on moist soil, and watch roots form.



Mature size: Trails several feet
Light: Bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining

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7. Coleus

Cut below a node, plant the stem in soil, and keep it moist and bright.

Mature size: 2–3 feet tall
Light: Bright, indirect
Soil: Regular potting mix


8. ZZ plant

Root a single leaf or tip cutting in water, then move it to soil once roots grow.

Mature size: 2–4 feet tall
Light: Low to bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining



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9. African violet

Cut a leaf stem, plant it at a 45-degree angle in moist soil, and wait for baby plants to sprout.


Mature size: 6–12 inches tall
Light: Bright, indirect
Soil: Well-draining

10. Jade plant

Let stem or leaf cuttings dry before planting in cactus soil.

Mature size: Up to 5 feet tall
Light: Bright, indirect
Soil: Cactus or succulent mix



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11. Echeveria

Let a single leaf dry out and callus before placing it on moist soil.

Mature size: 1–12 inches tall
Light: Bright, indirect
Soil: Cactus or succulent mix



Tips for successful propagation

• Use clean, sharp scissors to avoid disease.
• Always cut below a node (where new roots will form).
• Let succulent cuttings dry before planting to avoid rot.
• Keep soil slightly moist and provide plenty of indirect light.
• Be patient—some roots form in days, others take weeks.

One of the best parts of propagation?

Sharing your extra cuttings with friends, trading with fellow plant lovers, or starting new pots for your own home.

It’s a simple way to connect and grow—together.

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Your turn: What’s your go-to plant for propagating? Do you have a favorite cutting success story or tips to share? We’d love to hear about your green adventures in the comments!