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Isn’t it interesting that there are different ways of propagation for plants? Different plants have different methods that work best to add to your collection. Some are via seeds while some by cuttings (the most common method perhaps). Then there is the layering method that is a very interesting method of propagation. Using bulbs and […]

Think of a tropical forest and the first plant that comes to mind is the Fern. Most Ferns love a tropical environment. Humid, cool, not too sunny, moist soil and they are sure to do well. The foliage of the Ferns are so attractive that once you bring in a plant, you will want to […]

Showy foliage, the Calathea is a striking plant to have at home. Did you know that the Calathea was related to the ginger plant and even more interesting, the Heliconia as well? Which also means the plant is very easy to propagate. You can easily divide the plant and have a more Calathea plants in […]

I’ve been growing different kinds of succulents since years, now. Aloe Vera, Panda Plants, Burro’s Tail, Kalanchoe, Jade plants, Sunburst, Roseum, Zebra Plant, Hen & Chicks, Stonecrop, Dudleya, Pig’s Ear…the works. The plants have been mostly healthy, give or take one or two accidents while learning succulent care through trial and error. I grew some […]

Ever considered growing orchids in a mounted space – just like might have grown in their tropical habitat? It’s a great idea, provided you have a little space to try this will-not-fail experiment. After all, most orchids are epiphytic plants that live on a host tree. This keeps them raised, and away from nibbling predators […]

Know your orchids while you grow your orchids Let’s begin with something that points out to what makes a plant an orchid and then go on to what makes an orchid one of the most exotic and perhaps one of the most erotic plants on the planet. An orchid is a plant that displays a […]