Live-long, also known as Sedum telephium, can be propagated through various methods such as sowing seeds, division, cuttings, and leaf cuttings.
For division, carefully separate the plant into smaller sections, ensuring each section has roots attached. Plant the divisions in individual pots or directly in the ground, making sure to provide adequate water and sunlight.
To propagate through cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant, ensuring each cutting has at least two nodes. Remove the lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. Rooting usually occurs within a few weeks.
Additionally, take stem cuttings and leaf cuttings from the established plants to propagate even more new plants. Focus is on producing new plants rather than harvesting the existing ones.
Leaf cuttings can also be used for propagation. Take healthy leaves from the plant and place them in a well-draining soil mix, burying the base of the leaf. Keep the soil moist and provide indirect sunlight. New plants will develop from the base of the leaf within a few weeks.