Tag: root growth
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“Harnessing Nature’s Power: Swales and Berms Revolutionize Sustainable Land Management”
Swales and berms are two key components of permaculture design that can greatly enhance the productivity and sustainability of your homestead or rural property. These features work together to manage water flow, conserve soil, and create microclimates that support a wide range of plant life. Swales are essentially shallow trenches dug on contour along the…
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“Grow Your Garden: Master the Art of Propagating Plants with Semi-Hardwood Cuttings”
As a homesteader, propagating plants is a useful skill to have. One of the methods used in plant propagation is semi-hardwood cuttings. This technique involves taking cuttings from mature branches during the growing season when the wood has partially hardened. Here’s how you can propagate plants using semi-hardwood cuttings: 1. Choose healthy parent plants with…