The Odontoglossum Alliance is a huge group of orchids, at the centre of which is the genus Odontoglossum. These plants will readily interbreed with many other closely related genera, producing some of the most complex hybrids in the orchid kingdom. Sometimes up to seven or eight different genera have been involved in producing a hybrid [...]

The genus Lycaste has always been popular with amateur growers. These Orchids are easy to grow, flower freely and have large decorative blooms. They are found mainly in the Andes of South America, with numerous representatives as far north as Guatemala and tropical Mexico. The plants grow either as terrestrial orchids or as epiphytes, depending [...]

Not all of us are lucky enough to have a garden or perhaps have one which is not easy to use for growing things. However, this should not be something that stops you from growing plants. You can have a lot of fun with producing lovely plants, flowers and even growing fruits, vegetables and herbs. [...]

Asparagus is a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to the Europe, Africa and Asia. Asparagus is cultivated as a vegetable crop across the globe. Asparagus can be grown from 100 – 150 cm in height. Asparagus has been grown as a vegetable and medicine since a long time ago. Asparagus can be propagated through [...]

The Lychee is a tropical and subtropical fruit tree which belongs to member of the Litchi in the soapberry family. Lychee is can be found in tropical countries in Asia, and Mexico. The Lychee fruit has a fragrance smell and sweet taste. The Lychee tree can be grown from seeds. Despite that, Lychee tree grown [...]

During the season of summer eating fresh, ripen and organic home grown tomatoes is one of the pure joys for many people all around the world. Many people consider growing tomatoes within their homes as they are used in making of salads, salsas and spaghetti sauces. Tomato plants are very versatile as they can be [...]

Sensory gardens are created with the help of plants that possess special sensory qualities that can stimulate our sense of smell, touch, sight, sound and taste. Using up of sensory plants really helps to give a natural look to the garden and also make that particular area a pleasing area for many visitors. Moreover, these [...]

Many people prefer growing mushrooms at home because they can be used for many different purposes. Some species of mushrooms are grown as an edible and are used in our meals to give a flavor while some are grown as a medicine in order to get rid of different health related concerns and disorders. However, [...]

It has been observed that as the winter season arrives, the gardener’s needs to plan up his/her every step that he/she would take in the upcoming winter seasons very carefully in order to protect his/her plants from the frost. However, due to the lack of proper care and management, it has been really disappointing for [...]

The most important thing to remember about growing herbs is that you are often growing plants for human consumption. In this case the natural strength of the herb is an essential factor. All herbs can be grown naturally without the aid of chemical fertilizers. Many are introductions from the wild and are classed as indigenous. [...]