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Horticulture

Asexual reproduction

Cultivating plants

Propagating plants

Genes

Children inherit these from their parents. In the same way, new plants inherit these from their parent stock. They are like instructions that tell the organism how to grow.

Taking care of and paying attention to plants, to help them grow well.

Making more plants from parent stock, for example by using seeds or cuttings (reproduction).

Making more plants that are genetically identical to the parents. Example: using cuttings.

The science and art of cultivating plants in gardens, orchards, and nurseries. Also, taking care of our green spaces, where plants are growing, especially in and around town.