This course assumes general foundation knowledge of plant propagation. For those with industry or significant amateur experience, the course may contain some sections that are little more than revision, but for anyone with minimal or no knowledge of seed propagation, some additional reading may be required in parts in order to gain the full benefit of this course.

Course Aims:

• Plan the propagation of different plant species from seeds, using different seed propagation methods.
• Plan the propagation of different types of plants from cuttings, using different cutting propagation methods.
• Plan the propagation of various types of plants using a range of propagation techniques, excluding cuttings and seed.
• Determine the necessary facilities, including materials and equipment, required for propagation of different types of plants.
• Determine a procedure to minimise plant losses during propagation.
• Determine the management practices of significance to the commercial viability of a propagation nursery.
• Design a propagation plan for the production of a plant.