You Can Grow African Violets Other / Books Have you ever killed an African violet? Kent and Joyce Stork killed their first violet too! They soon mastered the skills for growing the plant and eventually wrote for the African Violet Magazine, the official publication of the African Violet Society of America, Inc. for over ten years. Their column … Contributed by amazon 21.10. 2007 11:56:51 (15684 readers) Match on Title and Article's text | |
Saintpaulia 'EverSpecial' - African Violet Plants / Perennials Everfloris African Violets or Space Babies are one of the Newest and most popular series by Optimara: Continuously Blooming! The EverFloris is the first continuously blooming African Violet whch has beautiful wazy leaves and the flowers all have a stunning white-greenish edge. They re out of this world! … Contributed by amazon 18.07. 2007 09:45:44 (23833 readers) Match on Title and Article's text | |
All About Houseplants Other / Books Indoor gardening made simple | Nothing brings life to your home like thriving houseplants. Learn how to choose the right plant for any location, including African violets, focuses and other houseplants that are currently in style. Includes complete care tips to help you avoid common problems and keep … Contributed by amazon 24.09. 2007 10:22:30 (15807 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Saintpaulia 'Mickey Mouse' - African Violet Plants / Houseplants Light: Moderate to bright, indirect, indoor light. Watering: Keep soil moist to dry, and allow soil around roots to dry out before watering to encourage blooming. Water from the bottom with room temperature water by placing the plastic grower s pot in water, and allowing the plant to absorb the water … Contributed by amazon 04.12. 2007 11:42:37 (24360 readers) Match on Title and Article's text | |
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Agapanthus 'Jack's Blue' - African blue lily Plants / Bulbs African blue lily is one of the most attractive summer plants. This perennial is from southern Africa where less hardy species are grown. We are very lucky to have good breeders here in Europe. They made several hybrids most of which have not only nicer flowers but are hardier than the species and can … Contributed by havlis 12.09. 2016 11:06:06 (31299 readers) Match on Title and Article's text | |
Aeschynanthus radicans - Lipstick Plant Plants / Climber Plants Related to African violets and gloxinias, lipstick plants are members of the gesneriad family. It s easy to see the reason for their common name since the lobed red flowers emerging from a maroon sheath do resemble lipsticks in tubes. Natives of the West Indies, the plants grow as epiphytes in the wild, … Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:20:54 (69334 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Orchid Growing Other / Books In the world of exotic plants, orchids hold a reputation as the divas of the floral species. They are mostly considered as fussy, difficult to grow plants and, on top of everything, very expensive. However, there are several types of orchids that you can easily grow in your own garden or windowsill. … Contributed by amazon 21.11. 2016 10:51:18 (13801 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Scadoxus multiflorus - African Blood Lily Plants / Bulbs Very unique and plant originating from India. Large ball shaped red flowers on strong stems with clusters of thick, fleshy leaves. Ideal as a container plant, kept in sun or partial shade, and treated the same as an Amaryllis. Thrives in moist areas such as ponds. Not cold hardy. Hardy in Zone: 9 & … Contributed by amazon 22.06. 2007 11:08:28 (19587 readers) Match on Title | |
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Tropical Foliage Plants Other / Books A Grower s Guide | Previously illustrated with black and white photographs, this reference now provides professionals with a colorful guide to the production of commercial foliage crops. Featuring updated and expanded information, including cultural changes, new technological advances, and eight new … Contributed by amazon 18.07. 2007 10:09:21 (14546 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' - Black-Eyed Susan Plants / Perennials Bushy, vigorous 2-foot plants are hardy sun-lovers! Big, Colorful Blooms Bring in the Butterflies! 3-inch yellow daisies offer a mass of color over a long mid- and late-summer season! One of gardeners favorites for long-lasting, lush color that brings home the butterflies, Goldsturm Strain is a trouble-free, … Contributed by amazon 03.07. 2007 09:36:09 (34498 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Green Guide to Herbs of Britain and Europe Other / Books This compact, easy-to-use pocket-size guide is aimed at both the general reader and the amateur naturalist. Presenting 150 of the best known and most commonly used herbs, this book can be used for both home reference and as a companion in the field. … Contributed by amazon 19.10. 2016 11:04:58 (12266 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Angraecoid Orchids Other / Books Species from the African Region | These so-called jewels of Africa with their sparkling flowers, distinctive growth habit and floriferous nature are much prized and this account, the first to include the angraecoid orchids of both Africa and Madagascar, is long awaited. It brings together, in a single … Contributed by amazon 01.04. 2007 19:10:07 (11977 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Growing Carnivorous Plants Other / Books For centuries, carnivorous plants have carried an air of fascination and mystique unparalleled in the plant world. Growing Carnivorous Plants is a comprehensive guide to identifying and cultivating these remarkable plants. From the well-known Venus flytrap to obscure African sundews, from the giant pitcher … Contributed by amazon 01.04. 2007 18:55:24 (15253 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hippeastrum 'Mambo' - Amaryllis Plants / Bulbs Giant Amaryllis are easy and thrilling to grow indoors, and a great gift for a child or the home bound person. Unlike many other amaryllis bulbs on the market, our large hybrid bulbs will produce two 18-24 stems, each bearing 4 or 5 huge, long lasting flowers that are over 8 inches in diameter. Start … Contributed by amazon 25.11. 2007 11:35:26 (27057 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hippeastrum 'La Paz' - Amaryllis Plants / Bulbs The slender, pointed upper petals are dark coral while the lower petals are greenish-white edged in dark coral. The star-shaped flower has darker midveins and a faint green throat. Cybister Amaryllis:Another new class of amaryllis, these exotic, species-type varieties are most fanciful. They are characterized … Contributed by amazon 18.10. 2007 09:14:30 (22278 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Agapanthus africanus - Lily of the Nile, African Lily Plants / Perennials These beautiful and hardy plants are native to southern Africa. It becomes a very strong perennial for Zones 6-9. These grass-like clumps will usually grow between one and three feet. Their leaves are narrow and they are popular for their green foliage and long summer blooms. The leaves grow from the … Contributed by amazon 04.07. 2007 10:21:58 (16715 readers) Match on Title | |
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Pelargonium citrosum - Citrosa Geranium, Mosquito Plant Plants / Annuals The Mosquito Plant is a genetically engineered geranium hybrid with a unique characteristic: it repels mosquitoes! It is easily grown as a potted patio plant, and easily enjoyed for its attractive foliage and sweet lemony scent, as well as for its mosquito repelling powers. It produces a leafy, attractive, … Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 10:14:07 (82574 readers) Match on Article's text | |
