Author Archives: Plantinfo

The carnivorous trumpet pitcher plants (Sarracenia)

Trumpet pitcher plants are a species of carnivorous plants that originate in North America. Seven of...

Picking and choosing plants – how to choose plants that will thrive in your garden

Choosing plants for the garden often puts people in a quandary. ‘I’m not a proper...

Matching the right plants with the right pots and containers

Keep these tips in mind when matching plants with pots and containers Decide where the container...

Planting up mixed containers and window boxes for instant effect

Create an instant effect with containers and window boxes flowering plants in season densely planted in containers or window boxes are higher maintenance,...

How to transplant a Lemon tree

How to do winter rose pruning in South Africa (also known as severe pruning of roses)

Severe rose pruning or winter rose pruning in South Africa: In South Africa winter pruning...

How to do summer rose pruning in South Africa (also known as light rose pruning)

Summer rose pruning or Light rose pruning in South Africa: Most roses benefit from summer...

Tips to maintaining containers or potted plants

How to maintain containers or potted plants Good watering practises are essential for healthy container...

How to prune roses in South Africa – light summer pruning and severe winter pruning

How you should prune your roses in Southern Africa – Selecting a pruning method: There...

How to plant up a pot or container

Planting up pots and containers: Containers are a great addition to any entrance, patio, entertainment...

Growing vegetables in pots or containers

How you should grow vegetables in pots or containers There are few things as fun...

Growing herbs in pots or containers:

How to grow herbs in pots of containers: Herbs are some of the easiest container...