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  • A botanical conundrum solved (sort of…)

    A botanical conundrum solved (sort of…)

    The post follows-up on a previous post that considered how much of the plant’s photosynthesis is used in root mucilage production. In particular it discusses the challenges in verifying % claims from Wikipedia and McNear Jr. Mr P Cuttings emphasises careful source citation and acknowledges that the puzzle remains unresolved.

  • Happy 2nd birthday (to us)!

    Happy 2nd birthday (to us)!

    The blog ‘plantcuttings.uk’ celebrates its second anniversary and reflects on its growth and content. A discussion on the use of AI-generated images highlights concerns about scientific accuracy. The author also shares insights on guest blogging, subscriber growth, and popular posts.

  • It’s party time at Cuttings HQ(!)

    It’s party time at Cuttings HQ(!)

    Plantcuttings.uk, launched on October 7, 2023, celebrates its first anniversary with 52 posts focused on plants and related topics. Despite challenges, author Nigel Chaffey enjoys writing and aims to enhance botanical literacy. Weekly promotions on social media and recognition in publications like TWIB help engage readers.

  • WE DID IT!!!

    WE DID IT!!!

    Mr P Cuttings celebrated reaching 100 subscribers on his Plant Cuttings blog. While acknowledging it’s a modest number compared to other platforms, he expressed gratitude and commitment to further growth. He also pondered if this milestone made him a social media influencer. Mr. Cuttings plans to continue blogging and welcomes…

  • Plant Cuttings, repotted

    Plant Cuttings, repotted

    Nigel Chaffey, a botanist and former lecturer, launches Plant Cuttings, a site dedicated to increasing botanical literacy through his writings on plants. The site includes blog posts and book reviews, aiming to combat “plant blindness” and foster broader interest in botany.

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    Contact me

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