I imagine it difficult to maintain soil not too wet and not too dry for a clone. Hey, I just never tried cloning into soil so please keep us posted. I'd also imagine giving the soil a few sprays each every day or two sufficient. I would NOT spray the clones leaves wet and drippy. Only a mist on the leaves and plants. I've found the rapid rooter plugs to be about fool proof and they can go to soil or hydro. Yes, clip leaf tips and not too much light. Let some air in for a few each watering.

Prolly more tips too, did we miss anything?

Got pix?
Doc Oc.