in the UK This title offers step-by-step instructions for
creating plants for free, from propagating seeds and cuttings to
dividing, layering and grafting. This is a complete practical
guide to propagating your own flowers, trees, shrubs, climbers,
wet-loving, bog and water plants, and vegetables and herbs. It
covers all the standard techniques including sowing seed; taking
cuttings; dividing plants; growing suckers and offsets;
layering; creating extra bulbs, tubers and corms; and, grafting
two plants together. There is an A-Z directory that lists 375
plants for propagating, describing each plant's size, colour and
shape, where they are best grown, and how and when to propagate.
This title includes advice about equipment, from specialist
secateurs and garden knives to biodegradable pots and cold
frames, as well as how to improve your soil and make compost. It
is beautifully illustrated with over 1100 clear and informative
photographs. The book begins with techniques for growing plants
from seed. Next, there