HOW TO MAKE A PEBBLE TRAY
Most houseplants are tropical plants and require a humid environment to grow well indoors. A pebble tray is used during the winter to counter the dry indoor air and increase the much needed humidity around your…
Pruning Norfolk Pine
I have beautiful, healthy Norfolk Pine that has grown close to 7 ft tall & about 6 ft wide. Can I trim off the top without causing damage to this tree?? Unfortunately, Norfolk Pine does…
Coaxing your pineapple to bloom
My mum has been growing a pineapple plant for about 2 yrs now and it gets more and more leaves, but as yet it has not sent up a flower, she is worried that she’ll…
Incredible Edible flowers
Did you know that there are a number of flowers that you can eat? Edible flowers have been enjoyed as a culinary delight throughout history. They were used to enhance the flavor and texture of…
Growing Avocado
I have an avocado plant that we started from a seed (pit). What are its requirements – soil, water, light, etc. for optimal performance?? Avocado makes an attractive houseplant and a great project to try…
