Materials Needed:
– Healthy guava leaves
– Knife or scissors
– Rooting hormone (optional)
– Pot with well-draining soil
– Plastic bag or wrap
Steps:
1. Select Leaves: Choose healthy, mature guava leaves.
2. Cut Leaves: Cut leaves into 4-6 inch sections, each with a part of the main vein.
3. Apply Rooting Hormone (Optional): Dip the cut ends into rooting hormone.
4. Plant Cuttings: Place cuttings in soil with the cut end partially buried.
5. Cover with Plastic: Enclose the pot in a plastic bag or wrap to maintain humidity.
6. Care: Keep in a warm spot with indirect sunlight, and maintain soil moisture.
7. Wait: Roots may take weeks to months to develop.
8. Transplant: Once roots form, transplant into larger pots or your garden.