In South Africa, the purple granadilla, also known as the passion fruit, is grown commercially as well as for home use. Here is an overview of how this crop is produced.
GROWING ORCHIDS..Orchids are arguably the most elegant of plants. Their owners speak with poise and splendour, enough to melt any heart.Did you know? The orchid family, Orchidaceae, is one of the largest families of flowering plants – there are over 20 000 different...
Square foot gardens are best divided into 1 square meter beds, preferably raised. Each square meter is then divided into a further16 blocks, measuring approximately 30cm x 30cm. This allows for a variety of plants to be planted in a small garden space. The squares can...
When you’re trying to determine the best growing environment for a plant it’s wise to identify its native habitat, and carnivorous plants are no exception. These fascinating plants get one or more of the nutrients they need by trapping other living organisms and...