How to Clean Pruning Shears Before Taking Plant Cuttings
Learn how to clean pruning shears before taking plant cuttings. A few simple steps can help reduce disease and improve propagation success.
Plant Propagation
Explore everything related to plant propagation, from beginner-friendly techniques to advanced methods for rooting cuttings, growing new plants, troubleshooting propagation problems, and choosing the right tools. This category covers propagation guides, plant-specific tutorials, product recommendations, and expert tips to help you successfully multiply healthy plants at home.
Do You Need a Heat Mat in Summer for Plant Cuttings?
Do you need a heat mat in summer? Learn when bottom heat still helps plant cuttings, when to turn it off, and how I decide each season.
Best Seed Starting Mix for Plant Propagation – Our Top Pick
Looking for the best seed starting mix for plant propagation? Here’s the mix I recommend for healthier roots, better drainage, and stronger cuttings.
Does Rooting Hormone Really Work? What Every Gardener Should Know
Does rooting hormone actually work, or is it just marketing? Learn when it helps, when it doesn’t, and how to use it correctly for better propagation success.
Do Heat Mats Really Help Plant Cuttings Root Faster?
Do heat mats actually help plant cuttings root faster? Here’s when they help, when they don’t, and what I’ve noticed using them for years.
Perlite vs Vermiculite for Plant Propagation Which Is Better?
Trying to choose between perlite and vermiculite for plant propagation? Here’s what I’ve learned after using both to root thousands of cuttings.
Can You Add Rooting Hormone to Water?
Can you add rooting hormone directly to water? Learn what actually works, what doesn’t, and the best way to use rooting hormone with water propagation.
How to Use Rooting Hormone Correctly Step by Step
Learn how to use rooting hormone correctly for plant cuttings. Follow this simple step-by-step guide to improve rooting success and avoid common mistakes.
Why Are My Cuttings Wilting Inside a Humidity Dome?
Are your plant cuttings wilting under a humidity dome? Learn the most common causes and what you can do to help them recover.
Why Are My Water Propagation Roots Turning Brown?
Brown roots on plant cuttings aren’t always a problem. Learn what causes brown water propagation roots, when to worry, and how to fix them.
Hormex Rooting Hormone Powder Review: Is It Worth Buying?
Thinking about buying Hormex Rooting Hormone Powder? Here’s what I found after comparing its performance, value, strengths, and whether it’s the right rooting hormone for your propagation projects.
Can a Heat Mat Get Too Hot for Plant Cuttings?
Can a heat mat get too hot for plant cuttings? Learn the warning signs, common mistakes, and how to use bottom heat safely for propagation.