Below is a list of some of my favorite home garden products including books, tools, and supplies.
Books on Plant Propagation
Plant Propagation by Alan Toogood
Plant Propagation by Alan Toogood is a GREAT starter book to learn how to propagate plants. I use it frequently as a reference and learn more from it each time I do. The image above links to Amazon.
The Reference Manual of Woody Plant Propagation by Michael A. Dirr and Charles W. Heuser, Jr.
The Reference Manual of Wood Plant Propagation is an amazing resource as well. It goes over plants in more detail and refers to shrubs and trees mostly. It highlights different methods for each type of plant and references case studies when available. This is a must have for anyone doing serious levels of plant propagation.
Seed Starting Trays
When you do a lot of seed starting you need seed starting trays. These no holed seed starting trays are what I use. I will nest the seed starting trays with holes inside while I have my seeds on the plant shelf then when I move the trays outdoors I’ll remove the bottom tray (no holes). For my seed starting they are essential! Links to GreenhouseMegastore.
I cover the 1020 trays with clear plastic dome covers to maintain humidity while the seeds are germinating.
Rooting Hormone
For plant propagation it is good to have some rooting hormone on hand. It’s inexpensive and helps to speed up rooting. Time is of the essence when rooting plants. Here is a simple rooting hormone powder I use that works well.
Seed Starting Supplies
The affiliate links below go to Greenhouse Megastore who I’ve used in the passed multiple times. they have great prices and a wide variety of garden related goods.
Vermiculite is an inert material used to help with drainage in seed starting mixes. Vermiculite
Perlite is another inert material good for creating drainage. It can be used in potting mixes, soil mixes, or seed starting mixes. It resembles little bits of Styrofoam but is a mineral made from volcanic rock. Perlite
Espoma Seed Starter is an all natural seed starting mix that can be used for seeds, cuttings, or potted plants. Espoma Seed Starter
Coir Pots
When I was running my heirloom plant business I used coir pots to sell my vegetable plant starts. They worked great and since they are biodegradable they can be played right into the garden soil with no issues. They come in square, round, or strips. I’ve used all three types and generally prefer the square ones.