Peony -
The peony or paeony (Paeonia) is actually the sole genus in the plant family Paeoniaceae. Most are herbaceous perennials that are generally 0.5-1.5m t...
Displaying Cacti -
Small cacti are very suitable for miniature gardens. A porous container or one with drainage holes is essential. Don't mix cacti with other succulents...
Hydroponic Systems - Aquaculture -
The hydroponic system of water culture is probably the simplest to set up on a small scale. In this system the plant roots are totally immersed into a...
Soil for Groundcovers -
Ground covers which grow well create their own humus in time and so continue to flourish, but, if the plants appear to be suffering from malnutrition,...
Interior Design - Using Colour -
Using colour in interior designing can transform an otherwise dull, lifeless space into some thing very special. By following our guidelines below, yo...
Growing Palms from Date Stones -
These are tricky because they come from a very hot climate. Plant several to a pot like citrus pips and put the pot right on a radiator or hot tank, c...
Propagating Roses -
Propagation by cuttings is generally not as successful as by budding. Commercially the method is quite impracticable since a shoot which provides seve...
The Potato Moth -
The potato moth (Gnorimoschema operculella) is present in every potato-growing district in New South Wales and the caterpillars may cause considerable...
When Should I Water My Indoor Plants? -
Lifting a pot gives a good clue: light weight means that water is lacking. Tapping the pot (if it is made of clay) provides another test: a ringing so...
