Grow Your Own Clove Tree at Home 1 Select healthy whole cloves and ensure they are not broken or powdered. 2 Place the cloves into a piece of moist potato or similar medium to encourage rooting. 3 Keep the setup in a warm and bright spot, avoiding direct harsh sunlight. 4 Once roots and shoots appear, transfer the young plants carefully into soil. 5 Use a deep pot with good drainage and rich, well-aerated soil. 6 Water moderately, keeping the soil slightly moist but never waterlogged. 7 Allow steady growth and provide protection from extreme cold.