Practical Plant Propagation

About this course

This workshop introduces several ways to produce new plants, including softwood, tip and hardwood cuttings, leaf and leaf-section cuttings, division, root cuttings and growing plants from seed. Participants gain practical experience applying these methods and consider the care requirements for each approach. The session also explains how different propagation techniques are used across a range of plants, with guidance on supporting new growth after propagation.

What you'll learn

• Take softwood, tip and hardwood cuttings
• Prepare leaf and leaf-section cuttings
• Apply division and root-cutting techniques
• Sow seeds to grow a range of plants
• Identify care requirements for newly propagated plants

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels and is structured as a practical workshop. It may suit learners who want to work through a range of propagation methods rather than focus on a single technique.

Before you go

• The workshop includes an introduction to growing media and the equipment and tools used for successful propagation.