Propagation tests trials and experiments.

[Tsuchibuta]

I'm about to begin doing a number of test trials and experiments in propagation starting this weekend. If you have a method you would like to see documented let me know and maybe I can try it out as well. Please keep in mind these tests are going to be geared to the home hobbiest. Also I want to try alternative methods that are more excess-able to those of us that don't live where normal propagation supplies can be had.

Currently my tests will include:
Media:
- Phyto p723
- Phyto p658
- Phyto p748
- C.D. Moulton's corn starch media
- OSP1

Vessels:
- Mason jars
- Polypro deli style culture vessels
- Plain plastic soda bottles
- recycled jars spaghetti sauce and such (sorry do not have kids or close to anyone that does so baby food jars or out - besides they are well tested)
- Plastic Ziplock bags

Sterlization methods:
- Pressure canner
- Microwave
- Roby's chlorine gas method
- aerosol disinfectant vs bleach water mist vs disinfectant wipes (this test is because some people are very sensitive to bleach)


Tests will be preformed using homemade glove box made from clear plastic tote that is easily obtainable.

I will try to post and take as many pictures as possible. Also if there is any specific data you would like to see let me know so I can track that as well.

Currently I plan to track: Contamination, Germination, Growth rate, cost.