Author name: The Subtropical Urban Gardener

The Subtropical Urban Gardener has been an avid gardener for over three decades. She is a scientist, avid reader, cook, closeted writer, mentor, learner, amateur photographer and educator. Combining scientific and cost-effective approaches to maximising food production in small spaces. Growing a diverse variety of edible foods as possible. With a view to a holistic approach to improving health and financial stability in urban areas. #LoveHomeGrown #LoveHomeCooked #LivingInHarmonyWithNature

Lotus plant leaves are water repelling

Starting Nelumbo Nucifera (Sacred Lotus) from Seed

Discover the essential steps for germinating and growing Sacred Lotus from seed to ensure healthy, thriving aquatic garden plants.

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Gallery, Plant propagation, Potted Plants, Root Plants, What is thriving this season?
Dividing rooted bay leaf air layers

Bay Leaf Propagation: Effective Air Layering Techniques

Bay leaf plants grow slowly and are hard to propagate, but air-layering during the rainy season offers higher success than seeds or cuttings.

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Plant propagation, Rainy season gardening in the subtropics, What is thriving this season?
Baby kiwi fruits

The Cost of Dreams: Lessons from Kiwi Cultivation

Discover the inspiring journey of growing kiwi fruit in the warm subtropics, perseverance, & building a purpose-driven business from scratch

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Benefits of Gardening, Spring and Summer Gardening in the Subtropics, What is thriving this season?
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