Alocasia Sinuata, also called Alocasia Quilted Dreams, is a flowering plant in the family Araceae. Its origins are limited to the limestone forests of Samar, Leyte, and parts of Mindanao in the Philippines. The species was first described by botanist Nicholas Edward Brown in 1885. But this flowery jungle dweller has an even smaller distribution … Read more
It’s pretty easy to see why so many gardeners have a love affair with rosemary plant. Is it the name? The aroma? The way it can add a touch of elegance to a humble kitchen herb garden? All of the above, of course. Far more than just a decorative plant in the garden or on … Read more
Dragon tail plant (Epipremnum Pinnatum) is a flowering plant in the Araceae family, and it’s known by a number of different names: entipede tongavine and dragon-tail plant. In the Phillippines, it’s called tibatib. It’s native to Northern Australia and travels its way down through Malaysia and Indochina into southern China, Taiwan, Japan, and as far … Read more
Daylilies are some of the easiest, most prolific flowers to grow. They’re also a great flower for first-time gardeners, as they’re easy to maintain and grow well in almost any environment. Daylilies are in the genus Hemerocallis and are native to Asia. The name “Hemerocallis” literally means “day”and “beautiful,” as the flowers only open during … Read more
Caterpillars, slugs and snails, grasshoppers, aphids, earwigs, lace bugs, thrips, and spider mites are some of the insects that can attack your salvia and eat them up. Birds like to eat tender young leaves. Deer and rabbits will eat the entire plant down to the ground. Squirrels will eat the flowers. Slugs, snails and aphids … Read more
What is Amydrium Zippelianum? The Amydrium zippelianum Plant is one of the better known house plants available. Native to Papua New Guinea, Maluku Islands, Sulawesi, and the Philippines, Amydrium zippelianum is a vining plant that looks like a mini Palm. There are multiple common names for Amydrium zippelianum such as Epipremnopsis magnifica, Epipremnum asperatum, Epipremnum elmerianum, … Read more
What is Masdevallia Schmidt – Mummii? Masdevallia Schmidt-mummii is an orchid which originates from Colombia. It is a member of the genus Masdevallia, which is a plant in the family Orchidaceae. Two botanists, Carlyle August Luer from Alton, Illinois and Rodrigo Escobar from Colombia, first described the species in 1978. It is found at altitudes … Read more
Transplanting poppy seedlings is a delicate process, but there are a few simple things you can do to make sure your seedlings thrive. When Can You Transplant Poppies? Poppies need to be transplanted before they become root bound, but the timing differs based on the variety of poppy you are growing. Annual poppies, such as … Read more
Are orchids resilient? Yes,Orchids are resilient and can survive most conditions, however, they prefer a specific temperature range and humidity levels that may not be met in your environment. If you live in an apartment or have a home that doesn’t have the proper conditions, there are ways to make your orchid thrive despite the … Read more