All About Growing from Seeds
How to give your seeds a good start Germination is the first phase of a plant’s life cycle. To give your plants the best possible start in life, read on and find out exactly what happens to seedlings and what…
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Balcony Garden
Many gardeners in Malta do not have the luxury of a plot of land for a garden and are confined to growing plants on a balcony or a roof terrace. There are a lot of plants which will grow successfully…
Read MoreOne of the Maltese Gems – The Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea is a popular flowering plant that is known for its vibrant colors and hardy nature. With our Mediterranean climate, hot summers and cool winters, Our island makes an ideal location for growing bougainvillea. These plants thrive in warm temperatures…
Read MoreWhat Makes Good Artificial Turf?
Before you scoff at the idea of artificial grass, take a moment to refelct on the pros and cons. Artificial grass has been used for years in sporting arenas like football stadiums. This is because the maintenance of natural grass…
Read MoreTips to Prune Your Favourite Plants
Pruning is the act of cutting away dead or overgrown branches and stems to increase growth and the overall health of a plant. Pruning is a practice that can be done on trees, shrubs and bushes. There’s no question that…
Read MoreBenefits of Neem Oil in the Garden
Neem oil is a vegetable oil that can protect plants from pest infestations. Neem oil kills a wide variety of insects, including aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies, leafhoppers, thrips, fungus gnats, and other garden pests like spider mites and nematodes. It can…
Read MoreSurviving Winter for Houseplants
As Winter gets colder we start to turn up the heat in our homes to keep comfortable. Houseplants will also need some changes so they can rest for the coming year. Readying plants involves protecting them from temperature highs and…
Read MoreCaring for Christmas Poinsettia
Poinsettia plants are absolutely everywhere during the holidays, and for good reason! These beautiful, festive, and easy to take care of plants make the best addition to any decorations. You can't go wrong with classic red ones, but each year…
Read MoreThe complete guide to Orchids
You might have heard that caring for orchidea is a tricky job, but, we're happy to let you know that this is more myth than truth. In fact, with a little know how, you will find that orchids are surprisingly…
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