Starting and Propagating Plants

Save money and ensure high quality by producing your own plants

Discover the proven plant propagation methods of Jean-Martin Fortier, renowned market gardener and pioneer of bio-intensive organic farming. In this practical and inspiring guide, Fortier reveals how to grow strong, healthy seedlings from seed to transplant—whether you're a home gardener or a market farmer.

Inside you'll learn how to:

• Start your own seedlings—indoors, under cover, or directly in the field
• Master direct seeding and transplanting in soil blocks or pots
• Apply advanced propagation techniques like grafting, growing from cuttings, and plant division
• Follow every step of the planting process: soil preparation, bed design, single- and multi-row planting, acclimatization, irrigation, mulching, plant protection, weeding, and post-planting care
• Save money, gain independence, and produce top-quality crops naturally.

With clear illustrations and field-tested techniques, this book is your essential guide to growing organically, intensively, and profitably—no matter the size of your garden.