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Plant Propagation Tips & Tutorials

Tips and tutorials for growing plants from seed, cuttings, plant division, layering, grafting, and more. Includes indoor and outdoor growing.

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How to Grow Avocado From Seed

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How To Read Seed Packets (Tips for Beginner Gardeners)

Published on February 16, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Seed packets, water, sun, and trowel.

Well-written seed packet information tells us what we need for successful seed sowing but it's not always easy to understand. Whether you are a beginner growing perennial or annual flowers, … [Read more...]

How To Plant a Pineapple Top (Tutorial With Pictures)

Published on January 12, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pulling the top off a pineapple fruit for propagation.

Yes, you can propagate a pineapple plant from the top of the fruit using a pineapple from the grocery store. This shows you how to prepare the fruit, take the right cutting, and root it in water for a … [Read more...]

7 Fruits & Veggies to Regrow: Kitchen Propagation Handbook

Published on August 21, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Kitchen Propagation Handbook cover

Want to grow houseplants from kitchen scraps? Learn how to grow avocado, mango, orange, lemon, lime, ginger, pineapple, tomato and more using seeds and cuttings. Itโ€™s an excellent way to get … [Read more...]

How to Grow Sweet Potato Vine from Cuttings

Published on July 30, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Rooting sweet potato vine cuttings in jars of water.

Itโ€™s easy to grow sweet potato vine from cuttings rooted in water. Use this method to fill summer planters or grow fresh indoor plants during the winter. You can also … [Read more...]

Essential Propagation Methods To Grow Everything

Published on September 24, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Poppy seed heads.

Once you know these five basic plant propagation methods, you can grow everything you want from seeds or existing plants. Itโ€™s a great way to clone your existing plants or grow more of what you love … [Read more...]

How to Care for Indoor Seedlings

Published on February 23, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Seedlings growing indoors in pots.

Once your indoor seeds have germinated, itโ€™s time to care for those little seedlings to ensure they grow into healthy, thriving plants. These tips show what you need to do. This is part of a … [Read more...]

How to Sow Seeds Indoors Step-by-Step

Published on February 14, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collage of various plant seedlings.

With seeds in hand and supplies ready, itโ€™s time to sow. Hereโ€™s how I start seeds indoors step by step to grow strong, healthy plants for the outdoor garden. This is part of a series, Indoor … [Read more...]

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