Plant Propagation

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you grow any flowers outdoors, the odds are good that youve grown impatiens. This cheerful flower is the most popular one grown in the country, and with good reason. It does well in shade as well … Read more

Dried green peas sprout into amazing fresh-tasting sprouts. They have a mildly sweet flavor, similar to peas picked fresh from the garden. And they add a delightful crunch to any recipe calling for green peas. Download all our Cookbooks Guide today with tips and tricks to grow delicious pea sprouts at home. Enjoy fresh, crisp … Read more

Planting fig cuttings directly in the ground can be a great way to propagate new fig trees without going through the process of rooting them in containers first. With some simple preparation and care fig cuttings can take root right in the garden bed and grow into productive trees. In this complete guide we’ll walk … Read more

Generally speaking tomato and pepper seedlings are ready to be planted outside in the garden about 6 weeks following germination. It is a huge benefit if seedlings are “potted up” from their original small cells into slightly larger pots before planting outside. Potting up tomato and pepper seedlings is best done around the 4-week stage … Read more

Welcome to the fascinating world of rhododendron propagation, where the beauty of flower buds unfolds into lush, vibrant gardens. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the art and science of multiplying these stunning plants, ensuring that all gardeners can successfully cultivate new rhododendrons from their existing favorites. Learn how to identify the best flower … Read more

Mandevilla, also known as Dipladenia, Brazilian jasmine and rock trumpet, is a woody climber native to tropical Central and South America. It has gently scented, vibrant blooms and makes a fine conservatory plant in the UK. The name ‘Mandevilla’ is derived from the surname of a British diplomat and plant enthusiast named Henry Mandeville (1773-1861). … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Clematis plants are known as the “queen vines” and can be divided into three groups: early flowering, late flowering, and repeated bloomers. Clematis plants are hardy to USDA plant hardiness zone 3. Nothing adds elegance, beauty, or … Read more

Clumping bamboo has been a long time favorite for landscapers, not only for its aesthetic appeal, but for its “stay-where-you-put-it” qualities as well. Unlike running bamboo, which has the habit of getting out of control, clumping bamboo grows in densely formed clumps of culms wherever you put it. Clumping bamboo is a great choice for … Read more

Growing in a warm, sheltered spot, cherry trees fruit abundantly every summer With their delicious juicy fruits, pretty spring blossom and bright autumn foliage, cherry trees are an asset to any garden. Producing either sweet cherries for eating fresh or acid cherries for cooking, the trees come in various sizes to suit most gardens – … Read more

Dogwood, Cornus sanguinea, is typically grown for winter colour, when its red, leafless stems shine like beacons in the bare winter garden. It looks fantastic when planted with evergreen shrubs, and among spring flowers. However dogwood also makes a fantastic wildlife shrub and can be grown into a hedge alongside other wildlife-friendly plants such as … Read more