1. Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
• Cuttings: 7-10 cm long, cut at a 45 degree angle.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and cut the large upper leaves to a third of their size.
• Cultivation: Plant in a mixture of sand and compost, keep in a place with good air circulation and avoid direct sun.
• Rooting: In 2-3 weeks, transplant when roots develop.
2. Mint (Mentha)
• Cuttings: 10-15 cm in length.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves and plant in any type of soil.
• Cultivation: Grows well in containers to avoid its invasive nature.
• Rooting: 1-2 weeks.
3. Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
• Cuttings: 5-10 cm long, cut at a 45 degree angle.
• Preparation: Delete all sets of sheets except the top ones.
• Cultivation: Use natural rooting hormone, keep in a bright place without direct sun.
• Rooting: 4 weeks.
4. Thyme (Thymus)
• Cuttings: Take at a node from the point where the leaves grow.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves, plant in moist soil.
• Cultivation: Keep away from direct sunlight.
• Rooting: 2-4 weeks.
5. Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)
• Cuttings: Root in water or in a moist seedbed.
• Cultivation: Keep the cuttings moist and exposed to light.
• Rooting: 2-3 weeks.
6. Lavender (Lavandula)
• Cuttings: 5-15 cm long, cut just below a leaf node.
• Preparation: Remove leaves from the lower half, remove skin from one side of the stem.
• Cultivation: Plant in growing medium, cover with plastic to create a greenhouse environment.
• Rooting: 2-4 weeks.
7. Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
• Cuttings: Stem tip of at least 5 cm.
• Preparation: Leave the top leaves, eliminate the rest.
• Cultivation: Plant in late summer or early spring.
• Rooting: Fast and effective.
8. Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)
• Cuttings: 5-10 cm in length.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves, root in water.
• Rooting: A few weeks.
9. Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus)
• Cuttings: 10-15 cm in length.
• Preparation: Remove the lower leaves, root in water.
• Cultivation: Keep water fresh.
• Rooting: Several weeks.
10. Sage (Salvia officinalis)
• Cuttings: Root in water or soil.
• Preparation: Use rooting hormone if planted in soil.
• Rooting: 2 weeks.
11. Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)
• Cuttings: 10-15 cm in length.
• Preparation: Remove the lower third of the leaves, use rooting hormone.
• Cultivation: Keep the soil moist.
• Rooting: Move to the outside garden in spring.
12. Watercress (Nasturtium officinale)
• Cuttings: Root in water or moist soil.
• Preparation: Use peat mixed with perlite or vermiculite.
• Rooting: Change water regularly if using water.
Each of these herbs can be easily propagated through cuttings, allowing you to enjoy an aromatic and productive garden with minimal effort.
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