Posted by admin on October 22, 2011
Purple Vanda Orchids are some of the most showy orchids to grow. Vanda orchids like lots of light, humidity, and air movement. As you can see this Vanda has flowers that are 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Vandas can grow in a large fir bark mix or with very little mix around the roots, provided that humidity is high. Humidity can be attained with misting, trays of rocks with water in them, etc.
See the photo below, a beautiful large purple Vanda Orchid.
Posted by admin on September 18, 2011
Some succulents grow faster than others. When growing succulents, it is important to ensure they have enough room to expand. Some will grow tall while others will spread quite a bit horizontally. When planting succulents, look up photos or a picture on the plant tag to understand what they look like when mature.
Posted by admin on August 8, 2011
There are many thousands of varieties of plants to choose from to grow in California. Because there are so many climates in California, not all plants grow in each location. For example, microclimates in San Francisco may be cool or foggy while areas in Central California may be sunny and warm. Here are the best ways to choose plants to grow in California:
1. Drive around and see what people in your neighborhood are growing. Do the plants look healthy? Choose plants that grow well.
2. Go to local garden centers. Most plants they sell should be those that will grow nearby. Garden center staff may reveal plants that will grow well.
3. Read this and other Websites for ideas.
Posted by admin on June 1, 2011
Here are some helpful tips from our experience growing Daylilies.
1. Although Daylilies are drought tolerant, they do need water at least weekly to bloom well.
2. If your ground freezes in the winter, choose semi evergreen or dormant Daylilies.
3. If your ground doesn’t freeze in the winter, choose semi evergreen or evergreen Daylilies.
4. When planting Daylilies, include compost, aged manure, and a bit of sand for drainage as possible.
5. Every few days, remove dead blooms. This prevents seed pods from forming. Seed pods would take energy from the plant if left alone.