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Orchids are one of the most fascinating and beautiful plants to cultivate. Among the many varieties of orchids, Anggrek, also known as the moth orchid, is highly sought after for its stunning blooms and ease of care. However, successfully growing Anggrek requires a good understanding of the basics, creating the ideal environment, and nurturing the plants with proven techniques. In this article, we will guide you through the essential steps to master the art of orchid cultivation and achieve successful growth of Anggrek. Understanding the Basics: Introduction to Orchid Cultivation Before delving into the specifics of growing Anggrek, it is essential to have a basic understanding of orchid cultivation. Orchids belong to the Orchidaceae family and are renowned for their unique flowers and diverse forms. Unlike traditional potted plants, orchids are epiphytes, meaning they grow on other plants, such as trees, in their natural habitat. Understanding the orchids' natural habitat and

There is often some confusion when it comes to dead-heading Dahlias as the spent blooms and the newly forming buds can look very similar. Also there seems to be a general habit of snapping off the heads of Dahlias and leaving unsightly stalks behind. So if you want to know the difference between an finished flower and a bud about to bloom and the best technique to remove the stalks then check out our video above on everything you need to know about dead-heading dahlias. If you have any questions at all then don’t forget to leave a message in the comments, we would love to hear from you. Also consider pressing the subscribe button so that you never miss an episode.

Papua New Guinea’s national airline, Air Niugini has resumed operations after it cancelled its domestic flights earlier today (Thursday). According to a statement released by the airline,  Puma energy has advised Air Niugini at 5pm today (5th January) that they have resumed normal supply of fuel. Hence Air Niugini is able to resume operating a normal schedule from tomorrow morning (Friday 6th January, 2023). The airline says affected customers are advised to revalidate their travel to the next available flight. Air Niugini regrets the inconvenience caused, however the situation has been beyond the airline’s control. Safety is always of paramount importance in our operations. Next :  PNG PM Marape asks Central Bank and PUMA Energy to find Solutions

This perennial holy river is the lifeline of India’s deep south . Originating in the Agasthyamalai biosphere reserve, the Thamirabarani river criss-crosses through tropical forests comprising of medicinal plants and herbs, tumbling into many waterfalls , crossing many lush agriculture driven ancient villages before it joins the Bay of Bengal between Tiruchendur and Tuticorin. In its short journey of 128 kms from start to end, it leaves a significant impact on the people of South Tamil Nadu. Not only because it is the only perennial river of Tamil Nadu, but also because its presence has given birth to a rich ecosystem, a spectacular landscape, a vibrant culture and some fantastic people. The story of Thamirabarani river is so rich that one can do a road trip tracing the journey of the river from top to end. But, if you don’t have that kind of time, you most certainly can explore the Thamirabarani river delta that is full of lush green landscapes, magical villages, gorgeous temples and s

If you have even the most basic of horticultural training then you would probably been introduced to the wonderful Acer griseum -‘Paperbark Maple’. Native to central China it is considered to have one of the very best ornamental barks of any garden tree. Due to the price it isn’t often seen in the suburban garden but it is a favourite of many temperate public gardens. So if you are looking for a small tree that is as tough as nails and capable of surviving in a range of soil types and positions then Acer griseum has to be on your list. To find out more check out the video where English horticulturists Simon and Lorna discuss both the history and the merits of this wonderful species. If you would like to be notifies of our future videos then consider subscribing to our channel. It is absolutely free plus to will be notifies every time a new video is published.

Oh, my goodness, our family has been on an emotional rollercoaster for the past week or so! One of our tortoises managed to force its way out of one of the summer enclosures and make his escape. After checking both our gardens and the neighbours gardens to no avail we assumed that he was just hiding and would naturally reappear a few days later. However ten days had passed and still no tortoise.  Then out of the blue, a chance notification on facebook have us a tenuous lead. A tortoise had been handed in at the vets in a town 3 miles away for us. Was it our missing tortoise? Well you can find our as it happens in the accompanying video. If you would like to see more content like this then let us know in the ‘comments’  or consider supporting our channel by clicking on to the ‘SUBSCRIBE’ button. It is absolutely free and allows you to never miss one of our future videos.