Free Garden Plants This Autumn

How to Expand Your Garden for Free

As the crisp air of autumn approaches, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of nature’s generosity by expanding your garden without spending a penny. During this season, many common garden plants and shrubs enter a stage of growth that makes them ideal for propagation. By taking semi-hardwood stem cuttings, you can easily root a variety of plants, such as weigela, hydrangea, and daphne. This simple gardening technique can help you cultivate a flourishing garden with minimal cost.

Why Autumn is Perfect for Plant Cuttings

Autumn is a prime time for taking cuttings because the growth from spring and summer has begun to harden, preparing for the winter months. This semi-hardwood stage of the plants makes them more resilient and ready to take root when placed in the right conditions. By mastering the art of taking cuttings, you can grow your own shrubs and fill your garden with new plants without breaking the bank.

Learn More: How to Grow Your Own Shrubs from Cuttings

How to Take Hydrangea Cuttings

One of the easiest and most rewarding plants to propagate through cuttings in autumn is the hydrangea. Hydrangeas are beloved for their stunning blooms and are surprisingly simple to propagate. By following a few straightforward steps, you can grow new hydrangea plants to enhance your garden’s beauty.

Learn More: How to Take Hydrangea Cuttings

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GardenAdvice Plant Swap: A Community for Free Plants

In addition to taking cuttings, GardenAdvice offers its members an excellent opportunity to expand their plant collection through the GardenAdvice Plant Swap. This initiative allows members to exchange plants with others, helping to increase the variety in their gardens while also saving money. The plant swap is well underway this autumn, with popular plants like ferns, crocosmia, and acanthus being actively exchanged.

The GardenAdvice Plant Swap is a fantastic way to diversify your garden’s plant life, connect with fellow gardeners, and enjoy the thrill of growing new plants for free.

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Root, Shoot, and Share: A Unique Service for Gardeners

For those looking for rooted cuttings, GardenAdvice has introduced the Root, Shoot, and Share service. This program provides members with access to a wide range of rooted cuttings, making it easier than ever to grow new plants in your garden. By participating in this service, you can receive cuttings from a variety of plants, giving you a head start on next year’s garden.

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Get Your Full List of Available Plants

To take full advantage of the free plant offerings this autumn, don’t hesitate to reach out to your GardenAdvice expert. They can provide you with a comprehensive list of available plants, ensuring that you make the most of this season’s opportunities.

Expanding your garden doesn’t have to be expensive. With the right techniques and resources, you can fill your garden with beautiful plants for free this autumn. Whether you’re taking cuttings, swapping plants, or participating in the Root, Shoot, and Share service, there are plenty of ways to cultivate a vibrant and diverse garden without spending a fortune.

For more information, visit GardenAdvice and start growing your garden today!

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