Artificial plants can resemble actual flowers and it will take a second – maybe even a third – glance to realize that they are not real. A few of the plants are available with artificial water, which adds to the look-a-like effect, and be beautiful centerpieces on the coffee table, on the mantelpiece or even on the bedside pedestal. There is nothing wrong with having plastic in your house, and if you are against it, you just have a look at a few of the artificial plants and decide for yourself. You will not be blamed if you are taken to the artificial plant section and can’t tell the difference between real and plastic.

The two are very close – maybe so close that there is no fault. To tell the difference all you have to do is put your nose near each of them and smell the difference. When owning artificial plants in your home and would like to give it a fresh smell, try adding a few drops of potpourri oils on the brim of the vase. That should convince the visitors that your beautiful flowers are making the room smell so nice. Share your secret with them and tell them and then see the looks on their faces when they stand there in disbelief.

Orchids are used to their own climate and this depends on its variety and the country where it grows. Growing orchids in a greenhouse requires sufficient knowledge on its required temperature and condition. As long as you know the variety, you can install greenhouse accessories to make it suitable for your chosen orchids. Try to grow orchids of the same climate requirement, so when you reproduce the climate, you can have several varieties. Temperature requirements are categorised in 3 types: cool, warm, and intermediate. If you are set on the type you would like to grow, you can purchase the accessories you need at Hartley Botanic.

Growing orchids in a greenhouse means maintaining sufficient temperature and humidity. It is imperative that you are able to sustain the plants needs, as they will wither easily. Close monitoring is needed so a good idea is to install an automatic system to provide the needed water in case the weather is really not suitable. Prevent heat from directly hitting the orchids as it is damaging. Provide blinds or heat blocking materials, which are removable to allow sun during winter as this is the stimulation stage for growth come spring time. At the end of the flowering season, Orchids tend to rest and wait until after the end of the winter months. While the Orchids are resting, you need to keep them under full light, dry, and mist free condition as they are preparing for spring.