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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Starting Seeds Indoors Made Easy: Plant Now For More Flowers And Better Crops
Begin your gardening journey for the season ahead by starting flower and vegetable seeds indoors. Plant early for the longest possible growing window.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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When To Start Seeds Indoors For Bigger Harvests & More Beautiful Blooms
Boost your garden's productivity by learning the best times to start seeds indoors – including a month-by-month guide for crops and flowers.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Plants To Propagate In Winter: 6 Of The Best Options For Cultivating Winter Cuttings
We usually associate propagation with spring, but there are a few plants you can grow from cuttings in cold months. We round up the best plants to propagate in winter
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How Long Do Seeds Last? Plus, Tips To Extend Their Shelf Life
Your garden is all planted and you have leftover seeds... what now? How you store them is the key to their longevity.
By Amy Grant
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Best Seeds For Survival – Grow A Garden That Can Outlast Almost Anything
Uncertain about the future? Why not try seeds? They’re easy to save and provide a safety net for good times and bad.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Seed? These Basic Seed Facts Will Help You Grow Better Plants
They are the basis of a lot of our spring planting, but what are seeds? We take for granted these amazing little powerhouses, but no longer! Read on to learn more about seeds.
By Teo Spengler
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7 Best Perennials To Divide In Fall: Clone Favorite Plants And Boost Bloom Rates
Divide these perennials in the fall for the best results and to enjoy new copies of your favorite plants in other areas of your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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8 Vegetables You Can Propagate From Cuttings – To Grow Free Plants Next Year
Though traditionally started from seeds in spring, several vegetables can be regrown from cuttings. Learn how to propagate the strongest performers from your current crop for an endless supply of plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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8 Flower Seeds To Harvest In September – To Grow An Endless Supply Of Blooms
Collect these popular flower seeds and fill your garden beds and pots with glorious new blooms, without spending a penny.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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22 Plants To Propagate From Cuttings In August – And How To Ensure They Thrive
Discover the top plants to take semi-ripe or softwood cuttings from in August, and grow your garden for free with these easy-to-propagate favorites.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Sustainable Seed Starting Tips: 10 Easy, Eco-Friendly Ideas
Sustainable seed starting is just one way to be a good Earth citizen. Saving seeds and practicing eco-friendly seed starting is easy and fun.
By Amy Grant
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How To Start Seeds Indoors In Warm Climates – Expert Tips For Southern Gardeners
Want to start seeds indoors? If you live in a warm climate you can get an extra early start. Let our resident seed starting expert take you through his process.
By Geoffrey Johnson
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When To Start Planting Seeds For A Head Start On Your Garden
It's time to start your garden, but when do you start seeds? The answer depends upon your zone. Read the following article to get some important seed starting tips. Click here for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Seed Soaking: Tips For Soaking Seeds Before Planting
Soaking seeds before planting is the best way to germinate certain types of seeds, but not necessarily others. Knowing the basics will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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WHAT IS ROOTSTOCK? HOW AND WHY TO USE ROOTSTOCK
It’s fascinating how rootstock for grafting results in stronger trees that bear better fruit. You may not be a professional grower, but knowing how this works will make you a better-informed consumer.
By Teo Spengler
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Experts Reveal The Top 3 Reasons Seeds and Seedlings Fail – And Offer Solutions
When seeds and seedlings rot or fail to sprout, it's a crushing blow to your growing ambitions. Discover how to avoid the most common pitfalls.
By Melanie Griffiths
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5 Creative Ways To Use Leftover Seed – Don't Throw It Away!
If you weren't able to plant all of your seeds this year, then try these creative ways to use them before they expire.
By Melanie Griffiths