Fall Plant Propagation: Propagating Plants In Fall

Propagating plants in fall will save you money in the future plus, fall plant propagation makes you feel a little bit like a wizard or perhaps even a mad scientist. Successful plant propagation does require some knowledge on when to take cuttings and what fall plants to propagate. Plant Propagation Calendar A plant propagation calendar itemizes what plants can be propagated each month. Some seasons are more conducive to softwood or hardwood cuttings, layering, or saving seeds. Fall plant propagation is generally done by softwood or hardwood cuttings. When to Take Cuttings in Fall As temperatures cool, you can start taking cuttings from tender perennials that are generally grown as annuals, such as coleus or geraniums. After a good frost, you can start dividing perennials and take hardwood cuttings. Fir, spruce, and pinecones can be gathered for spring plantings. The seed pods from azaleas and rhododendrons can be harvested as […]

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