and Callousing
This is the critical step that most beginner growers skip, leading to mushy, rotted stems:
1. Strip Lower Leaves: Uncovers dormant root nodes hidden under foliage.
Gently peel away 3 to 4 layers of the smallest bottom leaves around the base of the stem until about 1 inch of bare brown stem core is exposed. You will see ringlets of tiny brown bumps – these are the dormant root primordia.
2. Tidy the Stem Base: Trims away dead tissue.
Use a sterile knife to shave off any remaining soft
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