Cleaning your Plants -
Happy, healthy and bushy green leaves tell the world that you really care about your plants. Dust is one of their biggest ene mies. A layer of dust cl...
White Louse Scale -
The white louse scale (Unaspis citri) is one of the commonest pests infesting citrus trees in coastal areas. Infestations generally commence on the tr...
How to Prolong the Life of Cut Flowers -
A little extra time and care can give your flowers a longer lease of life. Ideally, you should take precautionary measures before giving the flowers t...
Bonsai Propagation -
Bonsai may be created from any woody or semi-woody plant, and there are several ways to obtain good material. Plants may be propagated from seed or cu...
The Woolly Aphid -
The woolly aphid (Eriosoma lanigerum) is a serious pest of apple trees throughout the State, and infests both the tops and the roots of the trees. The...
When to Plant Roses -
All types of dormant rose-bushes can be planted. The season selected depends upon factors such as soil and climate. In heavy soils which hold much moi...
Hanging baskets in the Home -
For a lavish display in less time, you can plant up to six flowers in a container. Just remember to space them evenly. Add a few foilage plants as w...
Brown Olive Scale -
The brown olive scale (Saissetia akar) occurs throughout the State on a wide variety of host plants. It is best known as a pest of citrus but also com...
Home Grown Tomatoes -
One reason why tomatoes are so popular with home gardeners is that a single plant produces surprisingly high yields, and grows in almost any location ...
