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Over and Under Watering House Plants
The obvious effect of an underwatered plant is that it wilts and becomes limp and unsightly. However, there are other clues to look for.
Growing Bonsai Trees
The literal meaning of the word bonsai is planted in a shallow tray or container (suiban in Japanese) and refers to the attempt to artificially perfect natural tree forms in miniature.
Growing Plants at a North Facing Window
Many people fail to realize the advantages of the north window, when they begin to create a luxuriant green environment in their homes.
Pruning Houseplants
Some house plants never need pruning, because they are sold as ‘preformed’, well shaped plants and remain the same size and shape all their lives.
Bonsai: The Art of Growing Miniature Trees
The art of growing miniature trees, which rarely exceed two feet in height, is a living art form.
Control of Aphids on Indoor Plants
Aphids or greenfly are the most common and widespread of all the pests which attack house plants. Usually green in colour they may also be black, grey or orange.
Growing Anemones Indoors
Although the cut-flower anemone is rarely used for indoor culture, it will provide an early spring display if grown under cool, light conditions, in fact it is better suited to the warm or cool…
Springtails and How They Damage Plants
Springtails are minute, grey-white, wingless insects that live off rotted plant matter and organisms in the soil.
Planting Herbs in Containers
Herbs are annual, biennial, perennial or woody plants, grown mainly for their flavour and aroma.