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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Save Your Money This Spring! Divide These 9 Perennials in March to Get More Plants for FreeCut down on your gardening costs this spring by dividing plants you already have in your yard. Here are the best perennials to divide in March.
By Susan Albert
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Start These 10 Vegetables in March for the Longest and Most Flavorful Season YetSpring is tapping on the door, so don’t get left behind if you want to sow these tasty staples. Here are 10 vegetables to plant in March, under glass and in the ground, to get the jump on year-long harvests
By Teo Spengler
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It’s Not Your Fault Your Seedlings Are Leggy – It's All in the Light-and-Heat Balance (and It’s Easy to Fix)Leggy seedlings can make gardeners worry what they did wrong. But the answer is often out of your control. Here's how to ensure seeds get a strong start.
By Teo Spengler
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I'm Never Buying Plastic Seed Trays Again! Soil Blocking Is the Simpler Way to Start SeedsDitch the plastic trays! Learn how soil blocking builds strongerroot systems and makes transplanting your indoor seedlings effortless.
By Tyler Schuster
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5 Underrated Annuals Worth Starting From Seed Now – for Beds That Are Bursting With Color by SpringYour garden will be bursting with color by spring if you sow these overlooked seeds now. Here are the underrated annuals that deserve a spot in your plot.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How to Grow a New Hedge From Twigs – Yes, This Winter Method Really WorksYou may not think a stick in the mud can be magic – but you’d be surprised. Here’s how to plant twigs in your yard to create a whole new living boundary
By Tyler Schuster
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7 Seeds You Can Plant on Your Windowsill in February – No Grow Lights NeededStart seeds on your windowsill with no fuss or fancy grow lights. Just use the sun from your windows to get a head start planting these 7 seeds this month.
By Tyler Schuster
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Rooting Hormone for Easy Plant Propagation: Your Guide to Commercial and Natural OptionsRooting hormone can improve the odds of successful plant propagation if used correctly. Learn about the various options and best practices.
By Tyler Schuster
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February Is the Worst Month for Seedling Sweat – Here's the Exact Moment to Remove CoversRemoving covers too late or too soon can spell disaster for your seedlings. Watch for these signs to prevent problems.
By Tyler Schuster
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Complete Guide to Semi-Hydroponics: Why and How to Switch Your Plants to Semi-HydroSemi-hydroponics can be a great option for many houseplants. Learn about this unique media and how to make the switch.
By Tyler Schuster
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Which Type of Seed Starting Container Is Best for Your Plants? Expert Reveals How to Choose the Right One for Stronger SeedlingsA gardening expert talks the pros and cons of common seed starting containers and shares her top picks to to grow strong seedlings.
By Teo Spengler
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Old Farmers Warn Against Starting Seeds on These 9 February Dates – Here’s WhyIf you’re starting seeds in February, these are the dates you need to avoid (and the ones to aim for instead).
By Kayleigh Dray
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Don't Plant Dead Seeds! This Clever Phone Trick Checks Seed Viability on the SpotTraditional germination tests take weeks, but your phone can do it in seconds. Here's how you can check seed viability. (No, it's not an app!)
By Tyler Schuster
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Want Stronger, Healthier Seedlings? These Seed Germination Stations Make It Easy – Even in WinterQuality germination stations combine heat, light, and humidity control to create ideal conditions for seed starting when outdoor temperatures stay too cold.
By Tyler Schuster
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Does the Slow Cooker Seed Hack Really Work? I Put It to the TestA lot of people herald the humble crockpot as a must for starting seeds... but I wasn't so sure.
By Kayleigh Dray
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I Always Turn Old Gift Wrap Into a Clever Seed and Garden Planner – Here’s HowDon't throw away your old gift wrap! It could be the best solution for planning your garden (particularly when it comes to seeds).
By Kayleigh Dray
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Now's The Time to Start Seeds – and I've Found the Best Affordable Seed Bundles For Any GardenFrom classic vegetables to edible flowers, these seed bundles take the guesswork out of what to plant this season – plus, they're all under $50.
By Allie Kerkhoff

