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African Violet Myths

African violets have been grown for many years, and I have been growing them more. They are very…

The Origin of Bicolor Streptocarpus

Streptocarpus normally have 5 petals, two upper ones and three lower ones. In many cultivars and…

Fasciation in Gesneriads: Focus on Streptocarpus and African Violets

Fasciation is an abnormal growth found in over 100 vascular plant families that forms weird-looking…

Bagged Compost Exposed: What’s Really in Your Compost?

I went shopping for some compost and was surprised at what I found on the label. Most of the…

Science Shows A Better Way to Start Cool Weather Crops

Cool season crops are cold-hardy vegetables that thrive at lower temperatures. They are typically…

Peloric Streptocarpus

I have been growing Streptocarpus for several years, doing a lot of breeding to develop new…

Should Nitrogen Levels be Reduced for Tomatoes, as They Grow?

Here is a quote that was posted in our Facebook Group: “If you give a tomato plant too much…

Is Your Tap Water Suitable For Plants?

I see a lot of online comments from people who feel their tap water isn’t suitable for plants…
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