Title: (Optional) Prepare media/substrate for plant growth.
Course: Agricultural Education - Development (18003-I) > Section: Exploring Plant Propagation

Preparation could include

- using required PPE
- evaluating media/substrate components (e.g., peat moss, bark, coir, soil, vermiculite, perlite, sand)
- selecting germination media/substrate
- combining media/substrate components or soilless mix with proper ratios of soil components and water
- identifying and using the tools, supplies, and equipment needed.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What types of media/substrate can be used for germination?
- What types of media/substrate are used in the propagation of cuttings?
- How do the components of media/substrate influence plant growth?
- What is the importance of using sterilized media/substrate?
- Why do some media/substrates include added nutrients?
- Why is airspace important in media/substrate?