Light is a basic need of all plants, but it is a subject that is often misunderstood. For example, when we hear light level recommendations for&nb
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Originally discovered growing wild in Tanzania over 110 years ago by a German officer with an interest in botany, the African Violet has become o
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Growing plants in a natural greenhouse is similar in many ways to growing plants in a commercial one. Differences relate to the choices made about gr
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There are several types of plant labels every backyard gardener and/or greenhouse grower should know. Stick Plant Labels These look like ic
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Light Needs: High light with full sun is best, but they can tolerate a less than full sun environment. Best Temperatures: They can adapt
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Pollinators are responsible for about 75% of the food we eat. The European honeybee is the most well-known but our native bees are also critically im
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Mulching is one of the best things you can do for your plants if done right, but too much or improperly installed mulch can be a real problem. Pro
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