Mealybugs are renowned for surviving even the harshest of pest control, so click here to learn more about eradicating an infestation!
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In most cases, Aphids & Greenfly can take a while to signs of destruction. Click here to learn about tips & tricks and why non chemical-based pesticides are the way to go.
Read MorePersistence and consistency are the key ingredients to eradicate a pesky Mite infestation. Click here to learn about our tips & tricks!
Read MoreThrips can be highly contagious & damaging, but with our tips and tricks, any infestation can be controlled & destroyed!
Read MoreLike Soil Mites, Springtails are actually beneficial to your plants and boast no health issues to humans either. This article mentions their role within Houseplant Compost and a step-by-step guide on how to address an infestation.
Read MoreOften confused with Fungus Gnat larvae, Soil Mites are somewhat common in houseplant soils. Fear not though, as they are actually beneficial to the compost and harmless to the plant or humans!
Read MoreLearn about the symptoms of an infestation & how hot water can be more effective than conventional pesticides...
Read MoreVine or Root Weevils are the most uncommon pests on this list, but can still cause great confusion on how to eradicate an infestation without specialist advice.
Read MoreClick here to learn about the annoying, yet harmless Fungus Gnat - & how to eradicate an infestation!
Read MoreLots of information surrounding the creation of a terrarium. Includes a list of the appropriate plants, potting mixes & more!
Read MoreNot sure how to water or look after your terrarium? Click here to find out about the ultimate care tips for indoor terraria, including its fascinating history from the 1830s!
Read MoreReducing the costs of the plants used, the layering ingredients (i.e. soil, grit, etc) & the terrarium itself.
Read MoreA list of twenty three different terrarium photos & ideas!
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YEAR | ACHIEVEMENTS |
2002 | Begins doing odd jobs for his Grandmother's garden (picking out snails and watering) aged 3. |
2013 | Grows his first houseplants (Venus Fly Trap, Spider Plant, Asparagus Fern) |
2016 | Gets dream job at the local garden centre where his late Grandmother used to take him. |
2018 | Signs up @ukhouseplants on Instagram and begins developing this website to help others with houseplants. |
2019 | First feature on BBC Radio Leicester and cross-hybridises his first variety of Streptocarpus. Writes the 260th article for this website. |
2020 | Has two weekly radio shows, featured on Gardeners' World for the first time, becomes Houseplant Manager at a new garden centre. Becomes fully self-employed and takes ownership of his potential. Opens doors to the 1-to-1 Call service and celebrates the 100th client within six weeks. |
2021 | Opens online shop & takes 1,000th order within four months. Confirmed as one of the Gardeners' World Live show experts for 2021 & begins planning a book for houseplant enthusiasts. |