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ONCIDIUMS

Oncidiums are an excellent choice for beginner orchid growers.  They have been nicknamed ‘dancing ladies’ because their large flower petals when fluttering in the breeze,... Read More

WINTER IS ALOE SEASON

Aloe flowering time is here right now. Gardens and many natural landscapes are adorned with these typically African plants. Bright flowers rich in nectar entice... Read More

ORCHID CARE

Most Phalaenopsis or moth orchids are commercially grown and produced in sophisticated greenhouse conditions, where every aspect of the growing environment is controlled. Light, temperature,... Read More

SO MANY SALVIAS

Flowering shrubby salvias are all the rage right now – easy to grow, rewarding, colourful, attract sunbirds are but a few of their numerous attributes.... Read More