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A Simple Rooting Setup

Here’s my uncomplicated take on setting up a rooting bench indoors. Fill flats or small cells with a soilless, fine-textured media such as Metro Mix and water them thoroughly. On the bench, roll out a heating mat made for propagation. On top of that, put a plastic tray that is at least an inch deep [...] The post A Simple Rooting Setup appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

A Simple Rooting Setup

Here’s my uncomplicated take on setting up a rooting bench indoors. Fill flats or small cells with a soilless, fine-textured media...

Rooting in Sphagnum Moss

Some plants root better in one media than others, and sphagnum moss offers long fibers that hold moisture without staying too wet. Another way to say this is that some plants need better air circulation around cut surfaces to prevent rot and encourage rooting. Sphagnum is the go-to medium for creating air layers. Too often [...] The post Rooting in Sphagnum Moss appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

Rooting in Sphagnum Moss

Some plants root better in one media than others, and sphagnum moss offers long fibers that hold moisture without staying too...

Rooting Media

While this title may make some chuckle with thoughts of cloning journalists, the word ‘media’ in this case simply refers to more than one kind of material, or medium. The term ‘medium’ is used when no actual soil is present in the material used to root or grow plants. Now I’ll confess that I do root [...] The post Rooting Media appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

Rooting Media

While this title may make some chuckle with thoughts of cloning journalists, the word ‘media’ in this case simply refers to...

Very Kind Cuts

Rooting plants to propagate them is a good example of the old adage that says there is more than one way to skin a cat. Like many such sayings, it creates an ugly image like the vision of a cradle falling when the bough breaks, yet has merit for its sentiment. There are numerous plant [...] The post Very Kind Cuts appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

Very Kind Cuts

Rooting plants to propagate them is a good example of the old adage that says there is more than one way...

To cut is to wound…

To cut is to wound, and the natural tendency of a wounded organism is to do what is necessary to survive. When propagation occurs, it is because of the plant’s innate response to the wound even if we would like to think the plant wills itself to create future generations to sustain the environment. If [...] The post To cut is to wound… appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

To cut is to wound…

To cut is to wound, and the natural tendency of a wounded organism is to do what is necessary to survive....

A Passionate Propagator

Welcome to A Passionate Propagator’s Blog! This blog brings together the 50+ years of Hormex experience and a garden writer who never met a plant she didn’t want to propagate. Our goal is to provide useful information about reproducing a variety of plant materials in a way that engages your attention. I am the aforementioned [...] The post A Passionate Propagator appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

A Passionate Propagator

Welcome to A Passionate Propagator’s Blog! This blog brings together the 50+ years of Hormex experience and a garden writer who...

What is the shelf life of Hormex Rooting Powder?

As long as the rooting powder are kept at room temperature and out of direct sunlight, the shelf life is 3-4 years. Best by is 2 years.

What is the shelf life of Hormex Rooting Powder?

As long as the rooting powder are kept at room temperature and out of direct sunlight, the shelf life is 3-4...

What is the best way to use Hormex Rooting Powders and Hormex Vitamin-Hormone Liquid Concentrate?

Hormex plant growth hormones incorporate the most highly recognized commercially stable blend of plant-like auxins designed to stimulate root growth through plant cell elongation. The post What is the best way to use Hormex Rooting Powders and Hormex Vitamin-Hormone Liquid Concentrate? appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

What is the best way to use Hormex Rooting Powders and Hormex Vitamin-Hormone Liquid Concentrate?

Hormex plant growth hormones incorporate the most highly recognized commercially stable blend of plant-like auxins designed to stimulate root growth through...

Where can I buy Hormex?

Hormex Rooting Powder and Vitamin B1 for plants and Hormone Concentrate can be purchased online on our website, through Amazon and quite a few other online retailers. Our products can also be found throughout the US at nurseries, hydroponic stores and is offered by the largest plant product distributors across the country. Our rooting powder comes in residential and commercial use sizes. Email info@hormex.com for commercial size pricing. Hormex Rooting PowderResidential Sizes: 3/4 oz, 1 LBCommercial Sizes: 1, 6, 12 and 50 LBHormex Vitamin...

Where can I buy Hormex?

Hormex Rooting Powder and Vitamin B1 for plants and Hormone Concentrate can be purchased online on our website, through Amazon and...

What will Hormex do for my plants?

Powder: Hormex Rooting Powder is great for stimulating the root growth of your favorite plant cuttings. Just dip a cutting in Hormex and plant...Watch it grow! Liquid Concentrate: Hormex Liquid is a concentrate of Vitamin B1 and Growth Hormones that help stimulate growth, prevent transplant shock, make indoor plants thrive and is great for keeping [...] The post What will Hormex do for my plants? appeared first on Hormex for Plants.

What will Hormex do for my plants?

Powder: Hormex Rooting Powder is great for stimulating the root growth of your favorite plant cuttings. Just dip a cutting in...