Nyctaginaceae propagation

The fragrant whisper of sand verbena blossoms, a siren song promising a garden brimming with sunshine-kissed color, lures the gardener to attempt propagation. Seed germination, alas, proves a fickle mistress, a frustrating dance with elusive success. But hope unfurls with the first cutting, a sliver of life dipped in rooting hormone, a tiny gamble against the odds. Days later, the triumphant emergence of roots, delicate tendrils reaching for life, is a victory hard-won, a testament to patient care. The reward? A profusion of blooms, a vibrant tapestry woven from perseverance, a testament to nature’s resilience and the gardener’s unwavering dedication.