Andy Connolly
Spider plants are known for being low maintenance, adaptable and frankly, downright hard to kill! But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. And so caring for them the right way and providing them with what they need is still important. So despite their easy care a few tips can take your spider plant from surviving to …
Spider plants are, for good reason, a favorite amongst gardeners and those who enjoy plants. They’re easy to care for, don’t need much looking after and as a bonus can be propagated easily to get new plants. In fact the whole process of propagating is really straightforward. So if you’ve got a spider plant that’s …
There are few houseplants that are as popular the peace lily. It’s relatively easy to grow and care for and on top of that it has lovely white blooms that stand out and look great. But sometimes those white flowers fade away and won’t come back. Which is a blow as they’re a big part …
A good way to start with houseplants is to get one that will survive some neglect. That way you can build your confidence even if you do things wrong or forget about it for a while. A tough plant that can withstand a few the wrong amount of light or having a watering session missed. …
After years of gardening I’ve dealt with a huge number of struggling plants. And I’m very much including succulents in that. They may be tough but they’re not invincible. So if your succulent has started to look sad or shrivelled don’t despair! Learn a few tricks from here and have some patience and you can …
Orchids are one of the most mesmerizing plants you can have in your garden or home. But the idea of propagating them might seem daunting. Fear not! You might want to share an orchid with friends or just grow your own collection of orchids, but whatever the reason this guide will take you through the …
There are over 25,000 species of orchids. So they’re a diverse group! In fact they’re one of the largest families of flowering plants on earth. So as there’s an awful lot of orchids available to you. Which means it can be a bit daunting to try and pick the right variety to grow in your …
Orchids are fascinating plants. Their exotic look and gorgeous flowers are impossible to not be charmed by. But orchids are notorious for their sensitivity. They have very specific care needs that can be hard to get right. Many orchid growers, especially those new to the hobby, get frustrated when their orchid isn’t growing or doing …
If you’ve got an orchid you’ll no doubt have experienced the frustration of it refusing to bloom. There’s nothing worse than knowing it’s got a beautiful flower just waiting to emerge and then it does… nothing. But there are things you can do to help convince it to bloom. I’ve spent years working on coaxing …
Orchids can be affected by quite a variety of pests. They’re generally tough when you care for them well, but knowing how to deal with the most common pests is a good idea in case they do become infested. So if you’re worried about your orchid being affected I’m going to take you through the …