You can also use plastic wrap but these prop balls are reusable and tend to hold up better. ✨ How to use a propagation ball to air layer a houseplant ⬇️ 1. Choose a healthy and mature branch on your houseplant that you want to propagate. Make sure the branch is at least 1/4 inch in diameter. 2. Locate the node & clean the selected branch by removing any leaves or side shoots from a section about 6-8 inches long. This will be the area where you will apply the propagation ball. 3. Soak 💦 the moss ball in water for a few minutes to ensure it is fully saturated. This will help maintain moisture during the air layering process. 4. Place the propagation ball around the cleaned section of the branch, ensuring it is snug and secure. You can use a twist tie or string to hold the ball in place if needed. ‼️Optional: apply a layer of rooting hormone to the exposed area of the branch. This will encourage the development of roots. 5. Monitor the propagation ball regularly to ensure it remains moist. You may need to mist it with water or add more water to the ball if it starts to dry out. 💧 6. After a few weeks to a few months, you should start to see roots forming inside the propagation ball. Once the roots are well-developed, you can carefully cut the branch below the ball and remove the air layer. 🙌 7. Plant 🪴 the air-layered section in a pot with well-draining soil and keep it in a warm and humid environment. Water it regularly and provide indirect sunlight until it establishes itself as a new plant. Remember, air layering can take time, so be patient and provide the necessary care for the air-layered section to thrive. Good luck with your propagation! 🫶🪴