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Palms -Trees -Vines -Creepers - Shrubs - Natives - Grasses - Cycads - Ferns - Fruit trees - Bromeliads - Exotics - Water plants Some of these articles have been written for the local paper by our resident expert Michelle Hyslop. ARTICLE PONY TAIL PALMS - NOVEMBER 2007 ISSUE
THE JUNGLE GRAPEVINE A MONTHLY ARTICLE ON INTERESTING PLANTS
Pony Tail palm We can’t always recognize
a succulent by its leaves. The ponytail palm is an example. This is also known
as the elephant-foot tree and sometimes a bottle palm. Often grown as a
houseplant in cold climates, this plant is native to Mexico. It is a member of
the Agave family. As a houseplant, the ponytail palm normally reaches about
three feet in height. When grown outdoors in warm climates, it can easily reach
20 feet tall. Normally it will only have one main trunk until it is a few years
old. Then it develops branches towards the top. The huge bulbous trunk base
creates a special feature in any garden. MICHELLE
Ba.Com.& JP Qual. ARTICLE BAMBOO PALMS - OCTOBER 2007 ISSUE
THE JUNGLE GRAPEVINE A MONTHLY ARTICLE ON INTERESTING PLANTS Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea microspadix)
This bamboo palm is a clump forming bamboo-like palm that distinguishes itself by its cold hardiness. Gardeners in mild climates who get occasional frosts can use this plant to extend their palm repertoire. Hardy bamboo palm forms clumps of slender stems up to 8 ft (2.4 m) in height. Hardy bamboo palm is dioecious - male and female flowers are borne on separate plants. Female flowers are followed by the fruit that are bright orange berries about a quarter inch (6 mm) in diameter. These seem to light up the shade garden as they dangle in drooping clusters from the graceful stems. Grow this palm beneath other trees, or use as a screen or backdrop for other plants in shady areas. Bamboo palm is great for entryways and for patio planters and containers. This is a tough plant that, if cared for, will thrive in the urban landscape. The low light hardy bamboo palm makes a fine houseplant. Tough and easy to grow indoors and out,
this little palm is a winner with its graceful bamboo-like habit and its showy
fruit. Hardy bamboo palm is becoming increasingly popular. The tropical bamboo
palm
(C. seifrizii) is very similar in
appearance and is commonly used as a houseplant and in commercial "interior
scapes." So why not give Some species of raphis palm are also referred to as bamboo palms WARNING MICHELLE
Ba.Com.& JP Qual . ARTICLE HAPPY PLANTS - SEPTEMBER 2007 ISSUE
THE JUNGLE GRAPEVINE A MONTHLY ARTICLE ON INTERESTING PLANTS Happy Plants (Dracaena fragrans "Massangeana") This is a terrific plant due to its large coloured multi striped or green foliage, disease resistance and variety of uses. Ideal pot plant for low light indoor areas where a tall leafy plant is required Small plants add foliage colour to mini gardens, ideal table top/reception desk plants while larger plants can be used by themselves as single specimens or in mixed planting. Happy plants grow well in rich moist sandy soil as well as in jungle conditions. Semi shade give the best results in leaf tones . Don't over water indoor plants as dark patches will appear on leaves. Wipe foliage with white oil to gloss and clean off scale insects. Happy Plants are extremely hardy plants and love to be neglected. In many Asian Traditions they offer Happy Plants as gifts for businesses to attract wealth and prosperity to the premises. Happy plants are called 'happy' as they are thought to bring luck to the household. If the plants flower, which sometimes occurs, it is also considered to be a sign of good fortune. HAPPY GARDENING.
MICHELLE
HYSLOP
Ba.Com.& JP Qual.
ARTICLE ELKHORNS - AUGUST 2007 ISSUE
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Some unusual plants to grow in your garden are the elkhorns. The elkhorn (Platycerium bifurcatum) has thin, wispy leaves and multiple "eyes" or rosettes of foliage. Elkhorns are epiphytic, which means that they grow on another plant but don't get food, minerals or water from the host plant. These plants may need to be divided every so often. Elks have minimal root systems (just enough to anchor them to the tree) but they have adapted to catch leaves, debris and rainwater falling from above. Unlike most other plants, which absorb water and nutrients through their roots, these ferns can only survive if they capture sufficient quantities of moisture and nutrients from the surrounding air. So how do we grow them in the garden? Well, success depends on recreating the conditions these plants enjoy in the wild: The best position is in light shade with occasional patches of sunlight.. Good drainage is essential. Feed gently. Elks have minimal nutrient requirements. After all, they usually exist on little more than the rotting leaves they've managed to collect. Don't worry about large brown felty patches that develop beneath the fronds: these are the spores, the dust-like particles that are the reproductive stages of these exotic plants' life cycles. So look out for elks and happy gardening.
MICHELLE HYSLOP Ba.Com.&
JP Qual. ARTICLE HEART FERN - MAY 2007 ISSUE
THE JUNGLE GRAPEVINE A MONTHLY ARTICLE ON INTERESTING PLANTS With Mothers Day fast approaching, why not give a gift of love that she will remember. This month’s plant, The Heart Fern will say it all for you.
Heart Fern /Hemionitis Arifolia this plant gets it's name from it's leaves that are entire and shaped like a heart. An unusual and attractive fern from tropical Southeast Asia which can be grown as either a terrestrial or an epiphyte. Well-suited for terrarium culture or grown as a potted plant in a shady location, the leathery heart-shaped leaves are highlighted by taller, fertile fronds that rise above the tightly held foliage. Tough, dark green heart shaped fronds borne on black wiry stems, each frond about 2"-3" long. Grows well in low light and high humidity conditions. A delightful dwarf fern that's resilient and enduring. MICHELLE
HYSLOP Ba.Com.& JP Qual. ARTICLE VINES - MARCH 2007 ISSUE
THE JUNGLE GRAPEVINE A MONTHLY ARTICLE ON INTERESTING PLANTS GOURDS - THE ORNAMENTAL VINE Vines have both aesthetic and functional purposes. Yet vine plants are often overlooked by homeowners for filling their needs. But vines are more versatile than most plants, whether it be growing horizontally as groundcovers or climbing to the heavens. Vine plants certainly warrant your consideration as potential elements in your landscaping. Gourds are a species of vine & have been cultivated for thousands of years by many cultures worldwide, including Native Americans, for their usefulness as utensils, storage containers, and as ornaments. Gourds are related to melons, squash, pumpkins, and cucumbers, all members of the Cucurbitaceae or Cucumber family. There are three types of gourds covered here: The cucurbita, or ornamental gourds; the lagenaria, which encompass the large, utilitarian gourds; and the Lufa, or vegetable sponge. ARTICLE TRIANGLE PALMS - FEB. 2007 ISSUE
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Distribution & Habitat: Description: The branched inflorescence comes from between the lower leaves, and bears yellow to green flowers. These later produce round black fruit about 25 mm (1 inch) in diameter.
Culture: Until the next time. Enjoy your plants & gardening. Have you got any questions? MICHELLE
HYSLOP Ba.Com.& JP Qual.
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