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Autumn plant propagation
Date
April 15, 2017
Details
From Cuttings:
- Blackcurrants (Ribes nigrum) – Hardwood cuttings root easily in moist soil.
- Redcurrants (Ribes rubrum) – Similar to blackcurrants, easy to propagate in autumn.
- Gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa) – Hardwood cuttings take well in cool conditions.
- Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) – Grows well from hardwood cuttings.
- Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) – Semi-hardwood cuttings can be taken in late autumn.
- Raspberries (Rubus idaeus) – Can be propagated from root or cane cuttings.
- Figs (Ficus carica) – Hardwood cuttings root well when planted in well-draining soil.
- Mulberries (Morus spp.) – Hardwood cuttings from dormant wood work best.
- Pomegranates (Punica granatum) – Take cuttings from mature wood for best results.
- Olives (Olea europaea) – Semi-hardwood cuttings can root in autumn in mild climates.
- Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) – Semi-hardwood cuttings root well in autumn.
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) – Best propagated from cuttings before frost arrives.
- Lavender (Lavandula spp.) – Can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings.
- Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) – Spreads easily, divide to control growth.
- Mint (Mentha spp.) – Extremely vigorous; division helps manage spreading.
- Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) – Clumps can be split into smaller bunches.
- Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) – Root cuttings or divisions work well.
- Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) – Clumps can be divided to encourage more flowering plants.
- Rhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum) – Large crowns can be divided for new plants.
- Strawberries (Fragaria spp.) – Runners can be transplanted, or clumps divided.
- Jerusalem Artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) – Tubers can be dug up and replanted.
- Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) – Mature crowns can be split to establish new beds.
- Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) – Easy to divide and replant.
- Good King Henry (Blitum bonus-henricus) – A perennial green that benefits from division.
- Daylilies (Hemerocallis spp.) – Edible flowers and shoots, can be divided every few years.
- Creeping Thyme (Thymus serpyllum) – Can be split and spread around food forest edges.
- Strawberry Clover (Trifolium fragiferum) – Great nitrogen fixer, divides well in autumn.
- Ostrich Fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris) – Young fiddleheads are edible; spreads by rhizomes.
Available
March
April
May
Event type
Plant
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Oregano
Botanical name
Origanum vulgare
Details
Hardy and easy to grow, this popular culinary herb is also loved by bees and is a good ground cover in the forest garden. Once you have this plant you can easily multiply by dividing up larger plants.
Diameter
1.00
Forest layer
ground cover
Flowers
purple
Drought tolerance
Edible
Propagation method
Transplant
Price
$3.90
3 rooted cuttings
Fig
Details
Medium rate growth, self fertile.
Common name
Fig
Botanical name
Ficus carica
Family
Moraceae
Height (m)
6
Forest layer
low-tree
Edible
Fruit / berries
Drought tolerance
Shade / Sun
No Shade
Soil type
Dry, Rocky
Pepermint Divisions
Botanical name
Mentha × piperita
Details
A vigorous, aromatic perennial herb growing 30–90 cm tall, valued for its fragrant leaves and medicinal properties.
Easily propagated by cuttings, division, or runners, it can spread invasively if not contained.
It thrives in temperate to subtropical climates, preferring rich, moist, well-draining soil. Peppermint grows well in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering to maintain consistent moisture.
Known for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatic uses, peppermint is used to flavour teas, desserts, and savoury dishes, and its essential oil is prized for relieving headaches, aiding digestion, and repelling pests.
Easily propagated by cuttings, division, or runners, it can spread invasively if not contained.
It thrives in temperate to subtropical climates, preferring rich, moist, well-draining soil. Peppermint grows well in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering to maintain consistent moisture.
Known for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatic uses, peppermint is used to flavour teas, desserts, and savoury dishes, and its essential oil is prized for relieving headaches, aiding digestion, and repelling pests.
Forest layer
ground cover
Flowers
purple
Edible
Price
$3.90
3 rooted peices
Propagation method
Transplant
Citrus
Details
A family of tropical to subtropical fruiting trees and shrubs
Flowers
White
Diameter
1.00
Forest layer
low-tree
Edible
Evergreen
Frost sensitive
Perennial
Shade / Sun
Part sun - full shade
Soil type
Light to heavy well drained
Kakabeak
Details
Grows in open, sunny, steep sites, often on rocky outcrops, slips, the bases of cliffs or edges of lakes and streams. It is a relatively short-lived plant, sometimes lasting 15-20 years.
Botanical name
Clianthus
Family
Fabaceae
Height (m)
2
Diameter
1.50
Forest layer
shrub
Evergreen
Frost sensitive
Perennial
Nitrogen fixer
Propagation method
Sow pot / tray
Shade / Sun
Sun
Flowers
Red
Arbutus unedo
Common name
Strawberry tree
Botanical name
Arbutus unedo
Family
Ericaceae
Height (m)
9
Diameter
8.00
Forest layer
low-tree
Evergreen
Edible
Fruit / berries
Perennial
Wind tolerance
Maritime exposure
Shade / Sun
Full to part sun
Soil type
Dry to moist
Hardy kiwi
Common name
Tara Vine
Botanical name
Actinidia arguta
Details
A vigorous, deciduous vine native to East Asia, particularly in regions of Japan, Korea, and China.
Unlike the more common kiwi fruit (Actinidia deliciosa), the hardy kiwi produces smaller, smooth-skinned berries that are green to reddish-brown and can be eaten whole without peeling.
The fruit is sweet and rich in vitamin C, making it a nutritious snack.
The plant is cold-hardy and can tolerate temperatures as low as -25°C, making it suitable for cultivation in temperate climates.
Unlike the more common kiwi fruit (Actinidia deliciosa), the hardy kiwi produces smaller, smooth-skinned berries that are green to reddish-brown and can be eaten whole without peeling.
The fruit is sweet and rich in vitamin C, making it a nutritious snack.
The plant is cold-hardy and can tolerate temperatures as low as -25°C, making it suitable for cultivation in temperate climates.
Diameter
1.00
Forest layer
vertical
Flowers
White male and female on seperate plants
Edible
Fruit / berries
Perennial
Shade / Sun
Full sun - part shade
Soil type
Well drained
Plant propagation
Details
There are many ways to obtain healthy plants for next to nothing. By propagating your own plants you not only save money but can introduce genetic variation by starting new plants from seed.
If you are looking to replicate a natural ecosystem or create a biodiverse and healthy garden you are going to need a lot of plants. Many species can be cloned by taking cuttings or by layering.
If you are looking to replicate a natural ecosystem or create a biodiverse and healthy garden you are going to need a lot of plants. Many species can be cloned by taking cuttings or by layering.