Propagation - Page 4 of 15
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Design
Learn How to Support Soil Life
The vitality and resiliency of every garden depends on plants interacting with a vast array of insects, fungi, and microorganisms, especially those that make their homes in the soil. Through…
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Design
Watering Ways | Letter From the Editor
It’s hard to overestimate the importance of watering. It’s my favorite thing to do in the garden, and not just because I can do it with a drink in my…
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How-To
Southeast June Garden To-Do List
Divide bearded irises. If your garden includes good old-fashioned bearded irises (Iris × germanica, Zones 4–9), ask yourself when you last divided your clumps. If it’s been longer than five…
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How-To
How to Direct-Sow Veggies
Even though I consider myself a thrifty shopper, I often leave the grocery store feeling a lot lighter in the wallet. I just won’t compromise on some things, like healthy,…
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How-To
Propagating Native Trees and Shrubs Through Hardwood Cuttings
In the heart of winter, gardening tasks can be somewhat few and far between; however, there are some tasks that can be accomplished during this otherwise dormant time of year.…
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Design
Learning to Graft Apples
Today we’re visiting with Jocelyn Spicer in Washougal, Washington. I enjoy checking the GPOD every day or two for inspiration. I've been gardening on and off for decades, but this…
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How-To
Seedling Aftercare
Once your seeds have germinated, how do you give your young plants the best possible start? Read the Science of Seed Starting. Keep a careful watch. We can help seeds…
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How-To
How to Propagate Euphorbia
Most of the evergreen types of euphorbias will self-sow when the correct conditions present themselves. New seedlings can be removed from the plant when young. The non-evergreen types can be…
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How-To
How to Care for Plants with Taproots
Digging deeper with taproots There are two main types of roots—taproots and fibrous roots. A taproot is typically a long vertical, somewhat thickened root that is deeply anchored in the…