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Different types of plant propagation

Plant propagation  is the process of growing new plants from a variety of sources:  seeds ,  cuttings , and other plant parts. Plant propagation can also refer to the artificial or natural dispersal of  plants. Cuttings: A plant cutting is a piece of a plant that is used in horticulture for vegetative (asexual) propagation. A piece of the stem or root of the source plant is placed in a suitable medium such as moist soil. If the conditions are suitable, the plant piece will begin to grow as a new plant independent of the parent. Plants grown from cuttings are thyme, rosemary, dracaena, basil, mint, etc. Many vegetative parts of a plant can be used. The most common methods are: ·          Stem cuttings , in which a piece of stem is part buried in the soil, including at least one  leaf node . The cutting is able to produce new roots, usually at the node. ·          Root c...
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Benefits of some exotic vegetables

Ø   LEAFY VEGETABLES   ·          Benefits of Celery: a)       Rich in antioxidants — benefits to skin and body b)       Supports digestion, reduces BP and cholesterol c)        Rich in Vitamins K, A, B, C & Iron d)       Low in sodium, calories e)       Protects kidney.   ·          Benefits of Romaine Lettuce: a)       Rich in Vitamin C and A b)       Lowers BP and risk of heart attack c)        Low in calories, sugar and carbs d)       Rich in Protein, Calcium and fibers.   ·          Benefits of Iceberg Lettuce: a)       Reduces weight and diabetes risk ...
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Preparing organic pesticide

How to prepare an organic pesticide from ingredients available at your home to kill those pesky pests eating your plants! Organic pesticides made from naturally occurring substances or self-made mixtures.  USE OF ORGANIC PESTICIDE: 1) Identify which insects are pests and which insects will help your garden. 2)   Identify the pests attacking the plants. 3)   Based on the identification, prepare the organic pesticide. 4)   Most organic pesticides are sprayed directly on leaves, stems, flowers, and plants at the interval of 1 to 2 days. Preparation of organic pesticide from chilies  and garlic! REQUIREMENTS: 2 handfuls red chilies, 1 bulb of garlic, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 liter water. PROCEDURE: 1) Blend 2 handfuls of chilies with 1 cup of water, then add 1 quart of water and bring to a boil. Let sit until cooled, and then strain out the chili material. 2)   Take 1 bulb of garlic and puree them in a blender with a small amount of water. ...
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Basic seed germination method

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The most basic way we can germinate seeds is by buying a germination tray. You can use small pots or make germination tray at home from discarded plastic.   A germination tray looks like this You can fill it with a mixture of soil and cocopeat in the ration of 1:1 or any available medium you have have. Then sow seeds for germination. Keep it in dark till seeds start sprouting. Once you see the plants starting to germinate then keep it in sunlight. Water everyday and you are done! After a week it will look like this. After 2 weeks the plants start getting too big for germination tray so transfer it to a bigger pot. The commencement is done.  Germination tray makes the process of seed sowing trouble-free.
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