Growing Rosemary: A Worksheet for 12-Year-Old Botany Enthusiasts

Instructions

Striking a Rosemary Cutting

Let's learn about propagating rosemary plants by striking cuttings. This fun and easy process allows us to grow new plants from a small piece of an existing one. Follow the steps below and answer the questions as you go!

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

To strike a rosemary cutting, you'll need: - A healthy rosemary plant - Clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears - A small pot with drainage holes - Potting mix - Water

Step 2: Prepare the Cutting

Choose a healthy stem from the rosemary plant. Cut off a section about 10-15 cm long. Remove the lower leaves so that only the top leaves remain.

Step 3: Plant the Cutting

Fill the pot with potting mix. Dig a small hole in the mix, place the rosemary cutting inside, and gently firm the soil around it. Water the soil lightly.

Step 4: Provide the Right Conditions

Place the pot in a sunny spot with good air flow. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Roots should form within a few weeks.

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