Gardening Tips from GCM Members
How to Propagate Aloe from Cuttings
Easy Native Plants to Start from Seed
Easy Native Plants to Start from Seed
Bob M is one of our newest members and excited to help with a Master Gardener fact sheet. The aloe above is from his own home, and has 10-12 "pups" ready to start.
According to Master Gardeners, the most reliable way to propagate aloe plants from cuttings is by taking "pups" (small offshoots) from the base of the parent plant, which can be
Bob M is one of our newest members and excited to help with a Master Gardener fact sheet. The aloe above is from his own home, and has 10-12 "pups" ready to start.
According to Master Gardeners, the most reliable way to propagate aloe plants from cuttings is by taking "pups" (small offshoots) from the base of the parent plant, which can be easily removed with a sharp knife and then potted in well-draining cactus soil, allowing the cut end to dry slightly before planting; while leaf cuttings can also be used, they are less successful and may be prone to rotting before rooting properly; always ensure the potting mix drains well and water sparingly until new roots establish.
Easy Native Plants to Start from Seed
Easy Native Plants to Start from Seed
Easy Native Plants to Start from Seed
January is the perfect time to think of your future self enjoying your future native plant garden. Our own NJ native plant society created a list of possible flowering natives to start from seed. We will be looking at this list and pre-designed native plant garden ideas for your own backyard. Come out in January and think Spring! O
January is the perfect time to think of your future self enjoying your future native plant garden. Our own NJ native plant society created a list of possible flowering natives to start from seed. We will be looking at this list and pre-designed native plant garden ideas for your own backyard. Come out in January and think Spring! Open to new and current GCM membership. Just send us your email.