Plant propagation--the seed
By Steve Habib
Overall, when it comes to plant propagation, seed propagation is the most common method. The beginner gardener should be able to master this step before moving on to the far more complicated types of plant propagation.
Plant propagation of water plants
By Steve Habib
Plant propagation is frequently taken into the hands of plant owners instead of being left to mother nature. However, water plants require special methods, even though they use much of the same techniques as regular plants. Still, there are minor differences.
How do plants grow?
By Steve Habib
When you first plant a seed in the soil, germination must first take place. Once the seed starts to emerge from it shell, that is known as germination. For germination to take place water is needed to soften the shell so the seedling can break through.
How to propagate papaya plants
By Papaya Fruit
Papaya is propagated by seed. To reproduce the desired qualities it is good to get seeds through montored pollination. The outer layer of the seed coat (sarcotesta) enveloping the seed is taken off because it prevents germination.
Misting And Propagation Beds-Types, Uses, and Construction
By Dwayne Haskell
To propagate plants you need propagation beds. Follow along to learn the purposes and construction details of 3 types.
When Should A Warm Season Ornamental Grass Be Divided?
By Dwayne Haskell
Increase the chances that your warm season ornamental grass will survive by planting it at the right time of year.
Using a Misting System to Root Softwood Cuttings - Part 2
By Dwayne Haskell
Part two of the series: Using a Misting System to Root Softwood Cuttings
Using a Misting System to Root Softwood Cuttings - Part 1
By Dwayne Haskell
Rooting cuttings is actually quite easy when using a misting system.
How To Build A Plant Propagation Misting System
By Dwayne Haskell
This article will lay out the steps and materials you need to build your own plant propagation misting system.
How To Calculate How Many Misting Nozzles Can Be Used Per Misting Zone
By Dwayne Haskell
To get a good understanding of how many mist nozzles you can use per zone with your mist system, you have to do a little groundwork first.
First you need to determine your water pressure, your flow rate at the spigot you will attach your system to, and lastly determine the size of the pipes that are delivering the water to your misting nozzles.