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 species in the world!
The easiest to grow are Cymbidiums and Phalaenopsis
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...
Murraya koenigii, commonly known as Curry Leaf tree is a leafy green medicinal plant belonging to the large Rutacea family, as are Citrus plants, Rue and Buchu. It is native to the Indian subcontinent but is cultivated in warmer areas worldwide. [pdf-embedder...