Plant Propagation
Become a master propagator of plants to add plants to your home or garden. Learn easy methods of planting seeds, rooting stems, dividing roots and becoming a master at growing. You don't need to go back to school to multiply your plant collection.
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Plant Propagation
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Growing Seeds In Plastic Bags: Learn About Starting Seeds In A Bag
We all want a jump start on the growing season and there are few better ways than germinating seeds in a bag. Seeds in plastic bags are in a mini greenhouse which keeps them moist and warm to speed sprouting. Learn more about this planting method here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Are GMO Seeds: Information About GMO Garden Seeds
When it comes to the topic GMO garden seeds, there can be a lot of confusion. Many questions abound. Find out more about GMO seed information in this article. Click here to learn more now.
By Jackie Carroll
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Methods For Germinating Seeds - Learning How To Successfully Germinate Seeds
Inexperienced gardeners may think the steps for how to germinate seeds is the same for all seeds. This is not the case. The best way to germinate seeds depends on various factors, which can be found here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Inarch Graft Technique – How To Do Inarch Grafting On Plants
Grafting with inarching is a way to replace the root system on the damaged tree. While the inarch graft technique is generally used to save a damaged tree, inarching propagation of new trees is also possible. Click here for some basic information on the inarch graft technique.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Easy To Grow Flower Seeds: The Best Starter Flower Seeds For New Gardeners
Selecting beginner flower seeds is key in learning more about growing your own garden, as well as creating a beautiful outdoor space.
By Tonya Barnett
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Controlling Cross Pollination - How To Stop Cross Pollination
Cross pollination can cause problems for gardeners who wish to save the seeds of their vegetables or flowers from year to year. Read this article to learn about controlling cross pollinating in plants.
By Heather Rhoades
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About Semi-Hardwood Cuttings – Information On Semi-Hardwood Propagation
For home gardeners, there are three primary types of cuttings: softwood, semi-hardwood and hardwood, depending on the growth stage of the plant. Exactly what is a semi-hardwood cutting? Click on the following article to learn the basics of semi-hardwood propagation.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Cheap Seed Starting - How To Germinate Seeds At Home
Once you learn how to germinate seeds, you will always be able to have cheap plants. It is easy to get started with cheap seed starting. Look at how to germinate seeds in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Plant Propagation: Tips For Propagating Adventitious Roots
Adventitious roots are among these various types of root forms, and may no doubt lead you to wonder, what does adventitious mean. This article will help answer that question.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Types Of Bulbil Plants - Information For Growing And Planting Bulbils
When one thinks of plant propagation, they generally thinks of sexual reproduction through seeds or cuttings. Other plants produce bulbils, which can be used to grow plants. This article explains more.
By Susan Patterson
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Storing Seeds - How To Store Seeds
Collecting and storing seed is economical and an excellent way to continue the propagation of a hard-to-find plant. Seed storage requires cool temperatures, low humidity, and dim to no light. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Preventing White, Fluffy Fungus On Seed Starting Soil
Many people enjoy starting their own seeds. Not only is it enjoyable, but it is economical as well. But many people can become frustrated if white, fluffy fungus kicks in. Learn more about it here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Taping And Splice Grafting Broken Plants: How To Reattach Broken Stems
There are few things more crushing than discovering your prize vine or tree has broken a stem or branch. Can you reattach a severed plant stem? Fixing injured plants is possible, and this article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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DIY Seed Tape – Can You Make Your Own Seed Tape
While it’s easy to get the hefty seeds spaced appropriately in the garden, smaller seeds don’t sow as easily. That’s where seed tape comes in handy, and the great news is that you can make your own seed tape. For a seed-tape how to, click this article.
By Teo Spengler
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When And How To Transplant Seedlings Into The Garden
One common question from people growing plants from seeds is "how do I know when my seedlings are big enough to put out in my garden?" This is a good question to ask, and this article will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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What Is Air Layering: Learn About Air Layering Plants
Air layering plants is a method of propagation that doesn't require a horticultural degree or fancy rooting hormones or tools. Read here to get more information and some easy plants on which to try the process.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Using Potting Soil In The Ground To Start Seeds
For some gardeners, starting seeds out in the garden is impossible to consider. So what is a gardener to do when they cannot start indoors? One option is to use potting soil in the ground. Read here for more info.
By Heather Rhoades