VIDEO: How to use willow rooting stimulator
This video shows instructions on how to use a willow rooting stimulator to encourage rooting in semi-hardwood cuttings, using a courtonista plant as an example.
Month: July 2011
VIDEO: Adding sand to compost
This video demonstrates how to add sand to compost to help cuttings root better.
VIDEO: What you need to take Healthy Cuttings from Plants
In this video, Huw Richards provides tips on how to make healthy cuttings from plants. He recommends using compost, a rooting stimulator, hormone rooting powder, and sunlight to encourage the plant to root. The cuttings need to be kept well-watered and can benefit from a misting spray.
VIDEO: Rename or Delete a Plan in the Garden Planner
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. How to rename garden plans or delete them using the Vegetable Garden Planner. We also describe when you should create a ‘Follow-on’ plan to help with crop rotation rather than changing the year of a plan.
VIDEO: Propagating Cotoneaster from cuttings
This video demonstrates how to propagate cotoneaster from semi-hardwood cuttings, with step-by-step instructions on selecting and preparing cuttings, applying rooting hormone, and planting in compost.
VIDEO: Starting seeds using old toilet paper rolls – Free pots!
Learn how to make free seed pots by reusing old toilet paper rolls or wrapping paper rolls with this tutorial from Houston Nurseries.
VIDEO: Herbal tea recipe for Lemon Balm tea
In this video, Huw Richards demonstrates how to make a refreshing and healthy herbal tea using lemon balm leaves. Lemon balm is easy to grow and adds a tangy flavor to teas.
VIDEO: Propagating Soapwort from cuttings
This YouTube video shows how to propagate soapwort from cuttings to make a natural shampoo. The process involves taking cuttings just below the first set of leaves, removing the bottom leaves, dipping them in hormone powder, and planting them in compost. The cuttings should be kept moist in a polytunnel or greenhouse until they root, which takes about two weeks.
VIDEO: Propagating Lavender from cuttings/growing Lavender cuttings
This video tutorial demonstrates how to propagate lavender from cuttings. It involves selecting shoots without flowers, cutting them to a length of about 4 inches, removing the bottom set of leaves, dipping the cuttings in rooting hormone, and planting them in compost.
VIDEO: Propagating Golden Marjoram from cuttings
In this video, Huw Richards demonstrates how to propagate golden marjoram from softwood cuttings using rooting powder and compost.
VIDEO: Propagating Honeysuckle from Softwood Cuttings
This video demonstrates how to propagate honeysuckle from softwood cuttings using a simple and effective method. The process involves cutting off the flower head, removing the leaves, and placing the cuttings in a carton of water. The cuttings should be left for three weeks and the water changed every two to three days.
VIDEO: How to pot on a sapling
This video demonstrates how to pot on a black currant sapling using a pot and compost. The presenter shows how to carefully dig out the sapling to avoid damaging the roots and how to plant it in a pot.
VIDEO: Common Tomato Diseases & Cures
This YouTube video provides tips on dealing with common tomato diseases and suggests organic solutions, such as using plant tone, epsom salt, compost tea, and deer and rabbit repellent.