Misting systems allow plant propagators to keep the cuttings moist, but not overly wet, and save considerable time. Cuttings are usually placed out in the open or an open enclosure, not under a sealed enclosure, which allows the circulation of fresh air.  The plants require this for respiration, cooling, drying, and watering requirements. Because of the automation, many more cuttings can be done at one time.

Mist kits for plant propagaton have the same basic components:

* A timer to turn the system on and off daily.
* A timer to control the misting duration and frequency.
* A transformer to reduce the voltage to the voltage the solenoid requires. Please note that transformers and solenoids are AC voltage and others are DC voltage! Voltage for the solenoid and transformer MUST be the same!
* A solenoid valve that controls the flow of the water to the mist heads.
* A reliable water supply.
* A reliable electrical supply.
* A manifold to carry the water to the misting heads
* Mist heads to spray a fine mist over the cuttings