Cornell University, Cooperative Extension - Propagation of Houseplants
counties.cce.cornell.edu
Describes various methods utilizing cuttings, the rooting media, and containers for cutting.
Australian National Botanic Gardens - How to Propagate Australian Plants
anbg.gov.au
Describes the collection and germinations of seeds, propagation by cuttings, safe use of growth hormones and a growing plants glossary with drawings.
NC State University - Leaf, Cane and Root Cuttings
ces.ncsu.edu
Provides descriptions with drawings of leaf with petiole, leaf without petiole, split vein leaf, leaf bud, cane and root cuttings.
Nearing Frames
users.stargate.net
Information and measured plants for constructing a coop-style Nearing frame for propagating woody plants from cuttings.
University of Georgia -Propagating House Plants
pubs.caes.uga.edu
Sexual propagation by seed and spores and asexual propagation by separation and division, cuttings, layering, grafting and budding and micropropagation/tissue culture.
Plant Propagation
istover.com
Demonstrates the basics of plant propagation using stem cuttings.
Grow a Pine Tree From Seed
desertmud.com
Detailed instructions on the entire process from seed collection and viability testing to sowing and maintenance the seedlings. Primary focus is on Coulter pine.
American Orchid Society: Creating New Orchids
aos.org
Discusses techniques (with pictures) on how to pollinate, collect and germinate orchid seeds.
Virginia Cooperative Extension - House Plants from Seed
ext.vt.edu
Discusses the benefits of seed propagation, how to plant the seeds and how to care for the seedlings.
Australian National Botanic Gardens - Growing ferns from spores
anbg.gov.au
Description of collecting and sowing spores, potting the fonds and includes a drawing of the fern life cycle.
Thompson & Morgan (Group) Ltd - Guide to Germination
thompson-morgan.com
A guide for gardeners on raising plants from seeds.
Seed and Sower
seedandsower.com
Ontario gardener shares her experience starting and collecting flower seed in the garden. Also some information on other gardening topics.
Seed Swap Links
geocities.com
A page full of links to seed swapping sites.
Wintersown.org
wintersown.org
Winter sowing is a method of starting hardy seedlings outside during winter. This site, constructed by one of the method's gurus, documents which seeds are amenable and how to go about it.
Aggie Horticulture - Asexual Plant Reproduction
aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu
An overview of reproduction by grafting, budding, layering and micropropagation.
Virtual Seeds & Flags
virtualseeds.com
Small-scale seed supplier offers her down-home tips on seed-starting on the cheap, with general information as well as specifics on tomatoes, perennials, fall propagation, and seed-saving.
Starting Plants From Seed
robsplants.com
Home gardener describes his method for germinating seeds using moist filter papers and ziplock baggies. Also detailed germination information for many plant species.
Henry Kuska
home.neo.rr.com
Retired professor presents in-depth information on his rose hybridizing and germination techniques, along with photos of the results.
Orchid Reserve, El Pahuma - Orchids
ceiba.org
Describes techniques employed for raising orchids from seedlings and includes a link to download Orchid Propagation Manual.
Germination Database - Seeds
backyardgardener.com
Provides a listing of plant names and the methods to germinate the seed.
GardenWeb: Winter Sowing
forums2.gardenweb.com
A forum for discussing all aspects of winter-sowing, the planting of seeds in containers outdoors in winter, for germination in spring. The FAQ contains a detailed explanation of the method.
Hawaiian Native Plant Propagation Database
pdcs.ctahr.hawaii.edu
Information on propagation techniques for selected Hawaiian indigenous and endemic plants.
Chrysanthemum Breeding Made Easy
harrylawson.co.uk
Features books, breeding tips, and information on pests and diseases.
University of Missouri - House Plants
muextension.missouri.edu
Describes various methods of cuttings, division and layering techniques (with pictures) and a chart of propagation techniques listed by common plant name.
Society for Growing Australian Plants - Native Plants
farrer.riv.csu.edu.au
Provides simple techniques for plant reproduction from seed, cuttings, grafting and division with particular reference to the propagation of Australian native plants and includes diagrams and photographs.
The Succulent Plant Page - Succulent Plants
succulent-plant.com
Describes how to take cuttings, make divisions, take offsets and various methods of grafting.
Ohio State University Extension - Master Gardener
hcs.ohio-state.edu
Detailed information on seed raising, as well as other propagation methods.
Jelitto Germination Tips and Tricks
jelitto.com
Provides insight on germinating seeds.
NC State University - Stem Cutting
ces.ncsu.edu
Home gardener instructions for plant propagation by stem cuttings including a table of evergreen plants and deciduous trees by common name and type of cutting.
Texas A&M University - Mutated Plant Propagation
aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu
Describes the origin, development and propagation of chimeras which includes such plants as variegated plants, thornless blackberries and peaches without fuzz.
The Seed Site
theseedsite.co.uk
Harvesting, sowing, and a germination database of over 1000 plants, images of seeds, seedpods, seedlings, and botanical information.
Landscape Propagation
landspro.com
Provides instructions on how to reproduce plants including amaryllis, narcissus, daffodils, lilies (by bulb section, scales and seed) and perennials, house plants, roses, vines, trees and shrubs (by root, stem and leaf cuttings).
Alpines From Seed
freespace.virgin.net
Alpine plant enthusiast gives tips on raising bulbs and alpines from seed, including a section on gibberellic acid.
Gardenweb: Growing from Seed
forums2.gardenweb.com
Forum for discussion of seed-starting topics by gardeners of all experience levels. Particularly active in winter and spring. FAQ includes many tips from home gardeners on variety of topics.
Ontario Rock Garden Society
onrockgarden.com
The germination guide on this society's site lists requirements for a large number of plants (not just alpines), down to species level.
Plant Tissue Culture for Home Gardeners
une.edu.au
Fact sheet from the University of New England (Australia) explains the required supplies, media, and operational steps to propagate plants by this micropropagation method.
Seed Germination of Wild and Cultivated Roses
alaskarosesociety.org
Article by Patricia Holloway on harvesting, preparing and sowing rose seeds, including warm and cold stratification, reprinted by the Alaska Rose Society.
Tom Clothier's Garden Walk and Talk
tomclothier.hort.net
Most extensive online resource for seed germination information for specific plant species, including indexes for annuals/biennials, perennials, and shrubs/trees. Also general information on seed-starting techniques.
Gibberellic Acid-3 Information Kit
jlhudsonseeds.net
Background information on using the plant hormone to induce germination, with instructions for two methods, as well as safety information. Also sells kits for the home gardener.
Propagating Wildflowers From Seed
ext.colostate.edu
Basic information on starting prairie and mountain wildflowers indoors from seed.
Gibberellic Acid for Fruit Set and Seed Germination
crfg.org
Gibberellins are potent growth hormones sometimes used to induce germination in recalcitrant seeds. This article by John M. Riley discusses uses and provides some basic recipes.
How to Germinate Seed
evergreengardenworks.com
Bonsai enthusiast Brent Walston explains the fundamentals of germinating woody species, emphasizing the requirement to break down germination inhibitors.