Plant Propagation Guide

 

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  • Narcissus

    Narcissus – Daffodil

    Narcissus, commonly known as Daffodil, is a genus of bulbous perennials in the Amaryllidaceae family, native to Europe and North Africa. Narcissus species are renowned for their bright, trumpet-shaped flowers and are among the first to bloom in early spring, symbolizing renewal and the end of winter. The flowers come in a variety of forms...

  • Pinus Densiflora

    Pinus Densiflora – Japanese Red Pine

    Pinus densiflora, commonly known as the Japanese Red Pine, is a versatile and elegant conifer native to East Asia. This tree is highly prized for its picturesque form, reddish bark, and soft, bright green needles. It’s a popular choice in bonsai cultivation, traditional gardens, and as a specimen tree in larger landscapes. Propagating Pinus densiflora...

  • Crassula Ovata

    Crassula Ovata – Jade Plant

    Crassula ovata, commonly known as Jade Plant, Money Plant, or Friendship Tree, is a popular succulent native to South Africa and Mozambique. Known for its thick, glossy, green leaves and woody stems, this plant is a favorite among indoor gardeners and bonsai enthusiasts. It is admired not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for...

  • Larix Kaempferi

    Larix Kaempferi – Japanese Larch

    Larix kaempferi, commonly known as Japanese Larch, is a deciduous conifer native to Japan. This tree is highly valued for its striking appearance, featuring soft, bright green needles in spring and summer that turn golden yellow in autumn before falling. Larix kaempferi is popular in forestry, landscaping, and bonsai due to its adaptability, fast growth,...

  • Ilex Crenata

    Ilex Crenata – Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata, commonly known as Japanese Holly, is an evergreen shrub native to eastern China, Japan, Korea, and eastern Russia. It is highly valued for its dense, compact growth habit, small glossy leaves, and its adaptability to various landscape uses. The leaves are typically small, dark green, and oval-shaped, resembling those of boxwood, making it...

  • Mentha

    Mentha – Mint

    Mentha, commonly known as Mint, is a diverse genus of aromatic, perennial herbs in the Lamiaceae family. Native to Europe, Africa, and Asia, Mint species are renowned for their fragrant leaves, which are often used in culinary applications, teas, and traditional medicine. The plants have square stems, paired opposite leaves, and produce small flowers in...

  • Solanum betaceum

    Solanum Betaceum – Tamarillo

    Solanum betaceum (Tamarillo) Propagation Methods This guide equips you with the essential knowledge to propagate and nurture tamarillo trees, ensuring that these fascinating and productive plants thrive and bring a touch of the tropics to your garden or home. Introduction Solanum betaceum, commonly known as the tamarillo or tree tomato, is a small, fast-growing tree...

  • Aesculus Hippocastanum

    Aesculus Hippocastanum – Horse Chestnut

    Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as Horse Chestnut, is a large deciduous tree native to the Balkan Peninsula but widely cultivated throughout Europe and North America. It is renowned for its broad, palmate leaves and its large, showy clusters of white to pinkish flowers, which bloom in spring. These flowers give way to spiny green seed...

  • Cedrus Atlantica

    Cedrus Atlantica – Atlas Cedar

    Cedrus atlantica, commonly known as Atlas Cedar, is a majestic evergreen conifer native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria. This tree is admired for its stately form, beautiful blue-green needles, and its adaptability to various climates. The foliage is dense and needle-like, with clusters of short, curved needles that give the tree a...

  • Ligustrum

    Ligustrum – Privet

    Ligustrum, commonly known as Privet, is a genus of evergreen, semi-evergreen, and deciduous shrubs and small trees in the Oleaceae family. Native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, Ligustrum species are widely cultivated for their dense, bushy foliage and their ability to form effective hedges and screens. The leaves are typically small, oval, and dark...

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