Woody Plants from Softwood Cuttings –
A Hands-On Propagation Workshop with Steven Kristoph

Think about that shrub in your garden that wows you year after year as it bursts into bloom. Wouldn’t it be nice to have another specimen just like it to add to your landscape, or to give to a friend? Learn how to make it happen at this hands-on workshop.

Attendees will learn the technique of propagating woody landscape plants for their garden from softwood cuttings. All materials will be supplied by Steven Kristoph. Propagating media, rooting hormone, trays with cells, and plant material of special and unique landscape plants, including several native species, will be provided. You will be working in a covered open-air greenhouse.

The cuttings you prepare will be placed in a propagation greenhouse for the summer. Attendees will come back in late August to either take their rooted cuttings home in the trays or have the option to pot them up into larger pots and take them home that way.

Steven Kristoph owns and operates a nursery in Millstone Township of Monmouth County NJ where he grows many types of ornamental trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials. Known for their expertise and quality, Steven Kristoph Nursery has become a trusted destination for gardening enthusiasts. Their commitment to customer satisfaction and their extensive selection of plants makes them a go-to destination for all gardening needs. Steven has also been an adjunct instructor at Rutgers for 44⁺ years, is passionate about plants, and likes to share this with others. Steve is a longtime member of the Hardy Plant Society.

Workshop Details:

Date and Time:                 Thursday, June 12, 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon

                                          or

                                          Monday, June 16, 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon

Location:                         Steven Kristoph Nursery, 9 Roberts Rd., Millstone, NJ  08535

Registration:                     Open to HPS Members and Non-Members; registration is required.

                                          Registration will open on May 1^st and close on June 9^th.

Number of Participants:   15 maximum per session

Fee:                                   $30 for Members; $40 for Non-Members

                                          Click here if you would like to become a member of HPS/MAG before registering for this event.

Additional Information:    All materials will be supplied.

                                          Plants will also be available for sale.

                                          Bring a packed lunch to enjoy on the nursery grounds.

                                          Wear clothes that can get messy.

                                          Restrooms are available.

Questions? Contact: Laura Axel at [email protected]