Showing posts with label houseplants. Show all posts
Showing posts with label houseplants. Show all posts

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Aloe Mix

You have to be patient with aloe as it can take close to a month to germinate and you need to keep it moist. But after the wait you will be rewarded with a number of types of aloe, some spiny, some smooth, some flowering. And of course, it addition to being attractive it is a great burn remedy.

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Agave Species Mix


Half-hardy Herbaceous Perennial
  • Soil: Well drained
  • Zones: 10
  • Height: 48 inches
  • Germination: Easy
  • Aftercare: Easy
  • Ideal for: Border, Conservatory, Greenhouse, Patio, Tubs
A wide selection with many unusual forms. Ideal for dish gardens, carboys. Long-lasting and trouble free.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:February- July.

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 70-75F (20-25C). Surface sow and do not exclude light. On germination, apply a light sprinkling of coarse gravel to help support the young seedlings and lessen dampening off.

Growing Instructions

Prick out into 5cm (2in) pots, then 8cm (3in) and 15cm (6in) pots as required and water carefully until established.