Shamrock plant (Oxalis)
History of the Shamrock The earliest reference to the shamrock was in the 5th century when St. Patrick used the shamrock to explain the Trinity to the Druids. There is no proof that this…
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Primrose care
Double primrose flower PRIMROSE- A big splash for a few bucks Common primrose (Primula vulgaris) also referred to as English primrose belongs to a large family of Primula. It is sold in…
Cyclamen
The florist variety of cyclamen ( C. persicum ) was ‘the plant’ during the Christmas holiday in the Victorian era; today it is making a comeback in popularity. The name cyclamen comes from…
African Violets
I grow African violets; some produce great blooms for me while others refuse to do so.. How can I make them flower ? Also, I have one plant where the bottom leaves died off and the stem is…
Reblooming Kalanchoe
I have two types of kalanchoe house plants, have pruned them. Cannot get them to bloom! Have them in porous soil, bright afternoon west sunny window. I use a fertilizer that can be used…
Propagating Kalanchoe
Propagating Kalanchoe I would love to propagate my kalanchoe plant. What is the best way to do so and how often should I water the repotted clipping? To propagate your kalanchoe, take 4-6…
Propagate hydrangea from cuttings
How can I propagate hydrangea ? How much of the stem do I cut to replant to make more plants. In early spring to early summer, take a 4-6 softwood cutting from new growth with a least 4…
African violet insect problem
The center of my African Violets are leaved very tightly and not blooming. They look like healthy plants otherwise. I have tried to thin the packed leaves but it doesn’t help. First check…
Pruning Mini roses
I have three miniature rose bushes planted side by side in an area of six feet wide by three feet deep. They have many little branches and I believe it need to be trimmed/pruned. How do I…
Kalanchoe care
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana belongs to Crassulaceae family. It is an attractive plant with fleshy, scalloped leaves that bear clusters of star-like flowers and comes in a myriad of vibrant…
Grow Rieger Begonia
Rieger begonia ( Begonia x hiemalis ), Elator hybrids also known as Winter Begonia comes from a huge family of begoniaceae. It is a hybrid cross between tuberous and wax (fibrous) begonia…
Florist Azalea care
Azalea is one of the longer lasting indoor blooming plants you can buy. Most Azaleas purchased from florists and supermarkets are greenhouse grown and are hardy in zones 7-10. When…