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Roses thorned
I added the wrong type of fertiliser (meant for fruiting) into my pots of roses and the plants started to dry up. How can I save my roses?
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I want my orchids healthy
I have been having problems keeping my orchids healthy and free of diseases. What can I do? Can you also recommend a good book on growing orchids?
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Blooming balconies
What is the name of the species of bougainvilleas used by the National Parks Board that we see planted on overhead bridges?
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Glossy leaves
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions as applying too thick a layer of oil or leaf shine can adversely affect the leaves' function.
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Yellowing plants in my balcony
Yellowing plants may be caused by a lack of nutrients in the soil or damaged root system.
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Lush, caution
How can I make the leaves of the money plant greener?
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Make scents
Plants like the frangipani will help scent your garden.
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Mmm... jasmine..
There are several jasmine species that can be found in Singapore and the most common and strongly perfumed is the Arabian jasmine.
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More chilli, please
I have a chilli plant but it doesn't seem to bear as many chillies as I would like. What can I do?
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Back to orchid basics
Knowing which species your orchids are and the type of conditions they thrive in can help them to flower.
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Hard soil, loose soil
The soil in my potted plants becomes very hard after some time. The plants also do not look lush. How can I loosen the soil without breaking the pot?
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Capsicum blues
Hand-pollinating the flowers, by brushing the flowers lightly with a small paintbrush, will make the plant flower more and, hopefully, bear fruit.
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Man, more are taking up ikebana
A local branch of a worldwide ikebana organisation is seeing a growing interest among younger women and even men.
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No chilli in chilli pot
Why do the chillies that I planted in a pot not bear fruit, even though there are many small white flowers?
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Snails and soil problems
How can I improve the soil condition and get rid of the snails that seems to eat the roots of my plants?
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Taking cover
What kind of potted plants grow well that they can provide shade and shield the house from the sun's full glare?
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Tips on growing healthy Phalaenopsis
Where you grow this orchid and what type of soil media will determine how well it will thrive.
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Excessive wind dries out plants
Try growing wind-sensitive plants.
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