Product Description

In Plant Propagation A to Z, over 500 photographs illustrate both practical step-by-step propagation techniques and the plants themselves. More than 1,000 garden plants are covered in the extensive tables, detailing the specific propagation techniques to use -- seed, cutting or division -- for each plant. More specialized propagation methods are also described, including layering, grafting, and even growing ferns from spores. Information on germination time, strike rate, time of year to propagate, and temperature required is given, with specific instructions covering 500 popular garden ornamentals.

Plant Propagation A to Z gives practical advice to:

- Decide the right technique to use
- Determine the best time to propagate
- Learn specialized propagation methods
- Choose the right equipment

Easy-to-use and informative, Plant Propagation A to Z is an essential gardening reference book that will be used time and again.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1082561 in Books
• Published on: 2003-03-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 224 pages

From Booklist
Whether driven by economic incentive or the tinker's need to dabble in creation, propagating garden plants can satisfy a number of goals, yet with its implied message of a prerequisite knowledge of even the most rudimentary botany, it remains cloaked in the mystique of the unattainable. Writing for the average home gardener, who might not know an "aerial root" from a "stolon," Bryant dispels these myths with a practical and straightforward approach. In a comprehensive guide that outlines both basic and advanced techniques, materials, and tools, Bryant presents a wealth of information in a variety of formats. Easily accessible, alphabetically arranged tables show at a glance crucial information on general and specific propagation methods and germination requirements for more than 1,000 annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs, while a photographic compendium gives a concise overview of techniques best suited for the most popular garden ornamentals. From abelia to zinnia, from seed sowing to root cutting, Bryant's guide provides an essential and encyclopedic resource for the fiscally minded, or just creatively curious, gardener. Carol Haggas
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Review
A good book for gardeners. -- Margaret Henderson, E-Streams 08/2003

A real "how-to" book... the work of a lifetime... accessible to anyone who's interested in trying. -- Stuart Robertson, Montreal Gazette 12/13/2003

All aspects of plant propagation, from selecting the right tools to identifying which plants reproduce by seed, division, and cutting. -- Science News 09/20/2003

Excellent introduction ... well-illustrated work. -- Edward J. Valauskas, Chicago Botanical Gardens 05/11/2003

Excellent introduction to propagation. -- Library Journal 05/01/2003

Step-by-step guide to advanced propagation techniques such as layering, grafting, budding and tissue culture. -- Suzanne Hively, Cleveland Plain Dealer 04/24/2003

Will take you to the next horticultural level... will introduce you to plants that you likely never heard of. -- Cindy MdNatt, Santa Ana Orange County Register 11/01/2003

Review
Lots of detail on ways to make more plants from the ones you have. (Mary Fran McQuade Beach Metro Community News 20070831)

Written in an accessible style... a practical step-by-step reference on the art of reproducing garden plants. (Rachael Green American Reference Books Annual, Volume 35 20030528)

For the dedicated gardener looking to expand his or her scientific knowledge. (Jennifer Sergent HGTV.com 20031211)

Takes the mystery out of plant propagation... clear and easy... a treasure. (The Oregonian 20031213)

A real 'how-to' book... the work of a lifetime... accessible to anyone who's interested in trying. (Stuart Robertson Montreal Gazette 20030511)

Excellent introduction ... well-illustrated work. (Edward J. Valauskas Chicago Botanical Gardens 20030424)

Step-by-step guide to advanced propagation techniques such as layering, grafting, budding and tissue culture. (Suzanne Hively Cleveland Plain Dealer 20030501)

Excellent introduction to propagation. (Library Journal 20030301)

Comprehensive ... Bryant's guide provides an essential and encyclopedic resource for the fiscally minded, or just creatively curious, gardener. (Carol Haggas Booklist 200308)

A good book for gardeners. (Margaret Henderson E-Streams 20030920)

All aspects of plant propagation, from selecting the right tools to identifying which plants reproduce by seed, division, and cutting. (Science News 20031101)

Will take you to the next horticultural level... will introduce you to plants that you likely never heard of. (Cindy MdNatt Santa Ana Orange County Register )

Customer Reviews

Plant Propagation A to Z
I love this book. Beautiful color photos of propagation. We use this in our class for Master Gardeners for reference. I like the way it has seperate lists for cuttings and division and seed germination. This makes it for fast look up. I bought one for home use too. The reference part tells season to do propagation,strike time or germination time and temp. All around good reference guide.

THE only book you'll need on propagation
Filled with lots of photos and charts. Very thorough listings broken down by propagation category (seed, cutting, division etc) and genus listing best time, requirements, time required etc. I've been a plantaholic for about 25 years and was amazed at how much the book had to offer. With all of the photos, charts and descriptions it should be detailed enough for the beginner too.

Plant propagation A to Z
This is a great book for beginners as well as the seasoned gardener. Very easy to understand language and a lot of pictures. Anyone who has ever considered propagating their own plants either from seed to grafting should really consider buying this book.