Achieve expert plant propogation at home! This subject aims to develop a basic understanding of the principles of plant propagation, an overview of propagation techniques and equipment and a general knowledge of the methods of propagation of the more commonly cultivated plants.

Course Structure for Home Propagation AHT106

Aims of  Home Propagation AHT106

• Obtain leaflets or catalogues plus prices for a range of plant containers
• Obtain samples of at least 6 different potting soil components and make up a mix which could be used for general potting of outdoor shrubs and trees into 6 inch pots
• Collect samples of at least six types of plant labels
• Collect at least three different types of seed to plant and germinate
• Obtain catalogues or price lists from at least six companies or organisations which supply seed
• Put in cuttings of at least three different types of plants
• Use diagrams to explain how you would grow four different cuttings
• Contact a bulb or herb farm to research the type of propagation program they have
• Carry out aerial layering
• Practice budding and grafting
• Prepare a work schedule for a propagation set up
• Design the layout for a new nursery or propagation area which would be ideal for your purposes

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