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There are two ways by which one can propagate a plant—sexually or asexually. Asexual propagation involves removing a part of a living plant and growing the removed portion into a new and separate entity.

Asexual propagation is very popular for a variety of reasons. Initially, it can be an inexpensive means by which to multiply the given population of a plant. Additionally, there are some varieties of plants which seem to respond exceptionally well.

 There are a variety of means by which one can implement asexual propagation. Three of the most common methods are via the use of cuttings, layering and grafting. Read the rest of this entry »