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Evolution of Plant Propagation Through History

Explore the fascinating stages of plant propagation development from ancient times with Greek and Roman horticulture to the modern nursery practices. Learn about key figures like Charles Darwin and Andrew Fuller who have contributed to the science and literature of propagation. Discover the impact of historical events like the Morrill Act and the development of nurseries by notable families like Vilmorin and Veitch. Understand the significance of associations like the American Seed Trade Association and the International Society for Horticultural Science in shaping the modern landscape of plant propagation.

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Evolution of Plant Propagation Through History

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  1. Introduction to Plant Propagation Zane Johnson Stages of Development

  2. Introduction • The stages of horticulture and propagation development • Hunting and Gathering • Domestication • Organization of societies Stages of Development

  3. Societies • Greek and Roman (500 B. C. to 1000 A. D.) • Medieval Period (750 A. D. to 1500 A. D.) • Renaissance Period Stages of Development

  4. Exploration • Plant exchanges coffee citrus rice wheat, barley, corn Nathanial Ward (Wardian Case) Stages of Development

  5. Science and Literature • Charles Darwin • Charles Baltet (The Art of Grafting and Budding, 1821) • Andrew Fuller (Propagation of Plants, 1885) • Morrill Act (1862) – Land Grant Colleges. Stages of Development

  6. Development of Nurseries • Belgium – Gardener’s Guild, 1366 • Vilmorin family, 1815 • Veitch family, 1832 • Thomas Andrew Knight, 1804 – Established the Royal Horticultural Society Stages of Development

  7. Modern Propagation Nursery • American Seed Trade Association • American Society for Horticultural Science • Association of Official Seed Analysts • Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies • International Dwarf Fruit Tree Association Stages of Development

  8. What This Means • Add a strong statement that summarizes how you feel or think about this topic • Summarize key points you want your audience to remember Stages of Development

  9. Other Associations • International Society for Horticultural Science • Bedding Plant Foundation, Inc. Stages of Development

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