Narrative of an Expedition to Explore the River Zaire - usually called the Congo in South Africa - in 1816 - Under the Direction of Captain J. K. [sic - for H.] Tickey - R.N. To Which is Added the Journal of Professor Smith... London
Seed Sowing and Germination -
The actual sowing is governed by the same rules as for outdoor sowing. Scatter flat seeds - such as those of lilies, hippeastrum, and grevilleas-thinl...
Weed Control Methods -
The method of control to be used must be assessed for each individual situation and as approved by the Local Control Authority. An important considera...
Green Manure Crops -
Because gardening is an intensive cultivation, it is rarely possible to devote considerable areas for lengthy periods to the growing of cover crops to...
Growing Apples, Pears and Plums from Pips -
No great heat is needed for these. In fact, the reverse is true. Start by placing pips or stones between pads of cotton-wool (which must be kept moist...
Peat moss and plants that like lime -
Peat moss can be safely used and it will improve the structure of the soil, increase its water holding capacity and make it easier to work.
But, as...
Seed Raising -
There are three essentials for the successful germination of seeds of all types - moisture, warmth and air. In addition, most seeds germinate best in ...
Sowing Seeds in Pots -
Seed can be sown in boxes, pots, seed-pans or flats (shallow boxes or trays). Sheets of glass and pieces of paper (newspaper will do, but thick brown ...
Plant Reproduction and Propagation -
The most common method of raising plants is by seed, but there are other methods that are equally successful. Many plants can produce a new stem and f...
Temperature and Humidity -
One reason foliage plants get along so well with people is that they like just about the same temperature levels - 15 to 29 C degrees. Extremes above ...
