Houseplant Care Guides
Practical, real-home plant care — watering, light, propagation, pests, and seasonal advice, reviewed by experienced indoor gardeners.
Growing Bulbous Irises for Cut Flowers
Growing Bulbous Irises The Iris family is exceedingly large but, fortunately for the average gardener, the genus has been formed into several divisions which makes it easier to decide the particular…
Hydroculture Houseplants
Growing Houseplants by Hydroponics A method of growing plants which has recently been introduced to Britain, although it has been in use for some years in Europe, is a form of hydroponics – that is,…
Training and Support for Climbers
Some house plants need training to look tidy and put on their best display. Others, such as climbers, need support, as do plants with weak or brittle stems and ‘top-heavy’ flowers.
The Vegetative Propagation of Plants
Simple Methods of Plant Propagation Although the propagation of plants on any substantial scale is best left to the professional nurseryman, there are occasions when a few extra specimens of a…
Making Flowers Last
Keeping Cut Flowers Fresh and Long-Lasting All your effort in flower arranging will not be worth while if the flowers are not long lived.
Flowering Shrubs in the Flower Garden
Creating a Beautiful Shrub Border One of the simplest ways of getting a beautiful effect is by the use of the flowering shrub.
Moisture Meters
If you like to be told when to water your plants by using a mechanical aid, there are a number available from nurseries and garden centers.
Types of Climbing Plants
Here is a list of the main types of climbing plants in terms of their uses and growth rates. Depending on where you live, e.g: You will see from the list that you are really spoilt for choice.
Protecting House Plants From Mealy Bugs
Sooner or later you will come across mealy bugs, which are waxy, woolly-coated houseplant pests. They’re not difficult to deal with, provided you act quickly at the first sign of trouble.