Propagation for Beginners - September

Thursday 17th September, 11.30am-1pm

Are your seedlings long and spindly? Do your cuttings sit and sulk for ages and then die? Come and learn how to give your seeds and cuttings the best chance of turning into healthy plants.

With Propagation Manager Robert Bradshaw or another senior member of the gardening team.

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