Plants aren't cheap-especially the very popular and pretty ones. Take advantage of the plants you already own, and multiply ...

A creative sideline for gardeners is plant propagation, or enhancing the landscape through reproduction. It’s also a cheap way to fill flowerbeds and herbal containers while prices continue to climb.

Propagating houseplants is a miraculous phenomenon. Once you realize you can multiply your favorite leafy friends for free, it can quickly become an obsession. Whether you're a seasoned plant mom or ...

As much as I love shopping for plants in the nursery, I also love to “make” my own plants. Many common garden plants are not difficult to propagate, but it does take some basic knowledge and lots of ...

A well-draining soil mix is crucial for succulent propagation as it prevents waterlogging and root rot. A cactus soil and ...

A simple technique can help hibiscus plants grow healthier and more vibrant, giving your garden lasting beauty without ...

A fun way to challenge yourself is to take a softwood cutting to propagate one of your favorite shrubs. Some shrubs that may be propagated are ninebark, lilac, weigela, dogwood and viburnum. The best ...

A USEFUL short paper by E. E. Kemp (J. Roy. Hort. Soc., 73, part 9, 291-305 ; Sept. 1948) gives some very practical information on the rooting of more difficult cuttings. The author draws on the ...

A creative sideline for gardeners is plant propagation, or enhancing the landscape through reproduction. It’s also a cheap way to fill flowerbeds and herbal containers while prices continue to climb.