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Kayleigh Dray

7 of the biggest propagation mistakes you can make – and how to avoid killing your cuttings

Gardener cutting hydrangea with secateurs outdoors, closeup - stock photo.

It's important for you to read up on the garden propagation mistakes everyone makes if you want to learn how to take lavender cuttings, hydrangea cuttings, rose cuttings, or something entirely different. Especially if you want to do the job well.

And why wouldn't you, eh? The art of propagation is one that's been long revered by gardeners, primarily because it's a fascinating and rewarding pastime – but also because it's a great way to fill your garden borders for free. No small thing, considering how eyewatering a trip to the local garden centre can be sometimes.

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