Cut the bottom of the branch at a 45-degree angle for maximum surface area. Then, cut the top of the branch flat, just above some leaf buds. The total length should be about 16 inches. You can ...

Fruit trees can yield abundance for your home, if propagated correctly. Instead of using seeds, consider these four methods ...

Propagating plants can be hit-or-miss—especially for beginners. Instructional TikTok or Instagram videos make it look so easy. And while sometimes it is, other times you’re left with a hacked-up ...

Planting seeds is one way to propagate plants, but it's not the most reliable. Hybrid seeds don't always grow true-to-type, which means the baby plants may not look like the parent. Stem cuttings can ...

This week, I decided to try air layering a very old apple tree. I’m not sure what variety it is, but the fruit is delicious. Air layering is an age-old process of propagating plants that involves ...

This Gardening News column is from the online archives of The Star of North Augusta, a collection of more than 25,000 articles published from October 2007 to February 2022. Spring is for new growth ...

Monsteras can be propagated through three methods: cuttings, air layering, and separation. The cutting method is the most popular, while air layering is the lowest risk. The separation method involves ...

Do you have a great plant you want to share with friends? Maybe you are moving soon and have a special outdoor plant that you can’t dig up and take with you. How about that house plant that’s grown ...

I have been in places and homes where plants have just grown too big for their location. If a plant gets too big, you can prune it back. But you might want to try a fun alternative called air layering ...

What's better than homegrown fruit? Whether it's apples, peaches, or pears, the possibilities are endless—and the local flavor and freshness can't be overstated. The best way to get even more of these ...