Don’t throw out that old orchid, after the flowers are gone. Phalaenopsis orchids can make new branches from their flower stems / spikes and re-bloom in a short space of…
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Growing herbs, fruit & veg in an apartment
by Lala March 10, 2019I’ve been living in Shanghai for a few months and of course I have missed gardening. I’ve collected several orchids, succulents and other ornamental houseplants like anthuriums. Above: My highly…
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Do you live in an apartment in a cold place, and love plants? This post is for you. If follow me on social media, you’ll know that I am on…
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There is so much to do, eat, see & photograph in Shanghai. There is a mix of Eastern and Western influences, modern and traditional aesthetics from various cultures and so…
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I started 2019 with quite an adventure in the coldest, and northernmost place I have ever been to in my life. Being a big Game of Thrones fan, I can…
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So much has happened since my last post. I have left South Africa, my favourite people and my beautiful garden, chickens & dogs for new adventures in Shanghai, China. I…
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How to tell if watermelons are ripe for picking
by Lala February 6, 2016Yay! I’ve successfully grown a store bought Japanese watermelon from seed. If you recall I planted a red “personal” watermelon that is small enough for one person to hold in…
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