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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What Is Reseeding: How To Manage Self-Seeders In GardensOne of the best bangs for your gardening buck is a reseeding plant. The term refers to plants that set viable seed and grow anew the next season. But how do you manage these plants? Click here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Can You Plant Cut Flowers: Will Cut Flowers Grow RootsA popular gift for holidays or special occasions is that of flower bouquets, but a gift of plants will soon die. What if you could turn that bouquet back into growing plants? Rooting bouquet flowers is possible with a few simple tips. Click here to learn more.
By Teo Spengler
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Seed Starting In Coir: Using Coconut Coir Pellets For GerminationStarting your own plants from seed is a great way to save money when gardening. Yet, dragging bags of starting soil into the house is messy. If you enjoy raising your plants from seed but hate the hassle, you might want to try coir pellets. Click here for more info.
By Laura Miller
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Whip And Tongue Grafting Basics And BenefitsOne method of grafting that has much success is called whip and tongue grafting. What is whip and tongue grafting? Click here for more.
By Teo Spengler
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Dividing Plants As Gifts – Giving Plant Divisions To FriendsDividing plants is essential to maintaining their healt. A popular idea to consider is dividing garden plants to give as gifts. Click here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Bare Root Planting – How To Plant A Bare Root PlantThose who are new to gardening or online shopping may not think to check the product details to see if the plants are shipped in pots or bare root. What are bare root plants? Click here for that answer, as well as information on bare root plant care.
By Darcy Larum
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Banana Trunk Planter – Growing Vegetables In Banana StemsGrowing veggies in banana trunks is an innovative way to garden. Banana trunk planters may just be the next new thing. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Dutch Bucket Hydroponic Garden: Using Dutch Buckets For HydroponicsWhat is Dutch bucket hydroponics and what are the benefits of a Dutch bucket growing system? Click here to find out.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Starting Seeds In Newspaper: Making Recycled Newspaper PotsSeed starter pots from newspaper are simple to make and an environmentally friendly use of the material. Click here to learn how to make them.
By Amy Grant
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Winter Propagating: Can You Propagate Plants In WinterCan you propagate plants in winter? Yes, winter propagation is possible. Click here to learn all about winter plant propagation.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Agar: Using Agar As A Growing Medium For PlantsBotanists often use agar to produce plants in sterile conditions. What is agar? It is created out of plants and acts as a perfect stabilizing or gelling agent. Learn more about this growing medium and using agar for plant growth in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Garden Planting Calendar: Figure Out When To Start Seeds IndoorsStarting seed at the right time allows plants mature before the end of the season. Click to learn how to plan out your spring planting.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Benefits Of Direct Seeding: Why And When You Should Direct Sow SeedsTo direct sow seeds means planting directly into the garden bed where the plant will remain. Read on to learn more about direct sowing.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Pelleted Seeds: What Are Pelleted Seeds And How To Use ThemHave you ever had issues growing things with teeny, tiny seeds? Meet the solution: pellet seeds. What are pellet seeds? Click here to find out.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Place To Start Seeds Indoors - Warm And Sunny Spots To Start SeedsThe best way to start seeds depends upon a lot of factors: temperature, time of year, humidity levels, light, plant medium, variety. Read on to learn the best places to start seeds.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Seeds For Growing Sprouts - What Seeds Make Good Sprouts For SaladsDid you know that you can use many different kinds of seeds for growing sprouts? Read on to learn about growing seeds for salad sprouts.
By Laura Miller
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Seedling Heat Mats: How To Use A Heat Mat For PlantsWhat is a heat mat for plants, and exactly what does it do? The one basic function of a heat mat is to gently warm the soil, thus promoting faster germination and strong, healthy seedlings. For more information and to learn just how to use a heat mat to start seeds, click here.
By Mary H. Dyer

