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How to propagate plants from hardwood cuttings Winter is a time when there appears to be little activity in the garden, however, this is far from the case. Even deciduous plants such as hydrangeas, grapes and roses have an amazing capacity to regenerate into new...
This technique is handy way to propagate plants that are very difficult from cuttings. It is like doing a cutting but it is left attached to the plant. Thus it still receives the benefits of being attached (ie food and water) but is stimulated to form roots by...
One of the most satisfying garden pursuits has to be raising a vegetable from a seed right through to picking the finished product from your garden. The most rewarding vegetables in this regard tend to be the larger seeded types that can be sown directly into their...
How do I propagate plants by cuttings? Propagation by cuttings relies on the production of a new root system from the cambium (water and nutrient conducting) tissue just below the epidermis or outer tissue (bark in woody plants) of the stem. Some plants (such as figs,...
How do you divide Dahlias? If you have a dahlia plant in the garden that is looking a bit overgrown and untidy then you can rejuvenate it by the simple process of division. Dahlias grow from tuberous roots that are very...
Many perennials that are clump forming such as agapanthus, daylilies, irises and kangaroo paws can be successfully divided in late winter, just before the new spring growth. Lift the clumps from the ground with a garden fork or spade and shake off most of the soil....
Seeing new roots forming on a cutting you have done is always a magical feeling, particularly if it is a plant that is difficult to propagate. Many species can be propagated in your backyard or balcony with a minimal level of facilities. By understanding a little bit...
Australian plants have evolved a variety of strategies for reproduction from seed. How they do this and why is important information because it can be used to advantage when propagating natives from seed. The evolution of...
Heritage fruit and vegetables are garden treasures that have been propagated and passed down from one gardener to another. They are varieties that have been grown on a small scale for decades or even centuries. The Seed Savers Network is a community-based organisation...