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60314
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Event Date:
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11/25/2025
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00:36:02
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Talk
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CM Staff
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Family Roots and Garden Boots
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Summary: | In this episode of Family Roots and Garden Boots, Sarah and Kate dive into the care, maintenance, and propagation of popular winter houseplants, focusing especially on holiday cacti. Sarah explains that Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter cacti are often confused with one another, and she describes how to tell them apart by examining their leaf shapes, growth habits, and flower characteristics. She also covers proper care practices, noting that these cacti prefer cooler indoor temperatures, indirect light, and increased watering and fertilization during bloom time. The hosts discuss the importance of pruning leggy plants and choosing the right type of fertilizer based on a plant’s needs, comparing slow-release pellets with liquid fertilizers.
A major portion of the episode is devoted to hands-on propagation techniques. Sarah demonstrates how to take cuttings from holiday cacti, remove buds to redirect energy into root development, use rooting hormone correctly, and create a simple humidity “greenhouse” with a small pot and a sealed plastic bag. She also showcases water-propagation methods using snake plants and philodendrons, explaining how to identify nodes, avoid leaf rot, and successfully root cuttings in water.
The episode concludes with a discussion of orchids—particularly Phalaenopsis varieties—and how to properly water, fertilize, and maintain them without damaging their sensitive root systems. Sarah encourages listeners to share stories of heirloom plants and reminds them that many houseplants can live for decades when properly cared for. The hosts wrap up with an invitation for listeners to contact the extension office for help and advice.
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