Dot’s Garden

Dot’s garden in the Yorkshire Dales: vegetables, flowers, houseplants and every no-fuss planting trick in between.

How to Graft a Bush of Roses of Different Colors Step by Step

Grafting roses allows you to achieve the stunning effect of having two different colors of flowers on the same bush. This horticultural technique is relatively simple and enables you to combine different rose varieties, acquire specific petal colors, and rejuvenate diseased plants. In this guide, we’ll take you through the process of grafting roses step … Read more

How To Plant Aloe vera from Leaf Cuttings

Planting Aloe vera from leaf cuttings is a simple and effective way to propagate new Aloe plants. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it: Materials you will need: Healthy Aloe vera plant Clean, sharp knife or scissors Pot or container with drainage holes Well-draining potting mix (cactus or succulent mix works well) Optional: … Read more

Snake Plant Propagation by Leaf Cuttings in Water

Snake plants (Sansevieria) are relatively easy to propagate through leaf cuttings in water. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to propagate snake plants using this method: Materials you will need: Healthy snake plant leaves A clean, sharp knife or scissors A container or jar Water Optional: Rooting hormone (not usually necessary for snake plants) Steps: … Read more

Growing Chayote at Home is so easy, so many fruits

Growing chayote (Sechium edule), also known as vegetable pear or chayote squash, at home can indeed be a rewarding and relatively easy endeavor, and it can yield a generous harvest. Chayote plants produce multiple fruits and are a great addition to your garden. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to grow chayote at home: Materials … Read more