1. Presented by Texas Master Gardener Specialist – Plant Propagation Prepared by: Thomas LeRoy Montgomery County Extension Agent - Horticulture

2.  Materials Needed  Jiffy 7 Peat Pellet  Plastic Petri Dish  Clear Plastic Cup  Distilled Water  Chlorine Bleach  Eye Dropper  Mixing Vial  Fern with Spores

4. Place Peat Pellets in Plastic Container Add Distilled Water Ready To Use

9. In A few weeks spores will begin to grow. Dribble water on to peat plug to maintain moisture and assist in fertilization of the embryos.

10. Growth after 6 weeks. Fronds begin to appear in about 3 months.

11. 11 months after sowing

12. Use Needle Probe to Loosen Roots Be Careful to Avoid Plant Damage Ready to Transplant

13. Loosen Soil for Planting Plant Carefully Tap Soil Around Plant

14. Newly Planted Fern Cover Until Established Ready to Harden Off

16. The End