Rooting stems and cuttings
Some shrubs, trees and other plants are best propagated from parts of the plant that can be persuaded to produce roots.
Sowing seeds indoors
Seeds of non-hardy or half-hardy plants have to be sown indoors in compost in pots or seed trays with gentle heat.
Sowing seed outdoors
Hardy annual flower seeds and seeds of many vegetables and salad crops can be sown directly outdoors where they are to grow.
Growing on small plants
Immature plants that can be grown on to flowering and cropping are the mainstay of most garden centres.
Seed sowing and growing seedlings
Many plants can be grown from seed. Their needs for temperature, light and aftercare will be clearly marked on the seed packet.
