Cactus Grafting -
Cactus grafting is another form of propagation which should be avoided if possible, unless it is essential to save a plant, but growers should know th...
The Illusion of Age in Bonsai -
Creating the illusion of age is one of the important aspects of bonsai. The shape of the trunk contributes to an aged look, but surface roots add to t...
San Jose Scale -
The San Jose scale (Quadraspidioius perniciosus) is an injurious pest of deciduous fruit trees throughout the world, and is present to a varying degr...
Growing Passion Fruit -
Growing passion fruit. There are many plants suitable for covering stretches of bare fence in the back garden aid it is not difficult to find somethin...
Red Legged Earth Mites -
Red-legged earth mites (Halotydeus destructor and Penthaleus major) are active only during the winter months. The eggs hatch after the first autumn ra...
How to Grow Roses -
Most roses will grow and flower with relatively little attention. They will, however, give much better results, increasing in both size and beauty if ...
Interior Design - Talking Colour -
Understanding what someone means when they talk about colour can be quite confusing. Below are the terms explained for you. Hue - Hue identifies the g...
Hydroponic Systems - Aggregate Culture -
Growing plants hydroponically using aggregates such as sand or gravel is sometimes preferred to the aquaculture method as the aggregate helps to suppo...
Cleaning House Plants -
Many house plants belong in the tropics. They tend to lose condition in areas with cool winters and are even more unhappy with the changes of temperat...
