• They need nutrient-rich, pest-free,  & disease-free soil medium.
  
  
  
• Always keep the soil loose, to provide good aeration to the roots & improve the soil's water-holding capacity.
  
  
• Choose peat-based compost for smaller plants, for convenient handling. For bigger plants, choose loam-based compost for better anchorage and stability.
  
  
• Keep the plants in pots of the right size and enough soil medium.

• Do not suddenly move the plant from a dull position to one with strong light. If you think that a plant needs more light, gradually move it to a brighter position.
  
  
• Never splash water on flowers & leaves when they are under direct and strong sunlight.
  
  
• For foliage plants, adequate day light is the best type of light. Most of the foliage plants do well under limited sunlight.
  
  
• Place foliage plants near a window, where they can receive good light during part of the day. Otherwise, use artificial lights.
  
  
• Flowering plants need to be placed at spot with good light.

• Do not suddenly move the plant from a dull position to one with strong light. If you think that a plant needs more light, gradually move it to a brighter position.
  
  
• Never splash water on flowers & leaves when they are under direct and strong sunlight.
  
  
• For foliage plants, adequate day light is the best type of light. Most of the foliage plants do well under limited sunlight.
  
  
• Place foliage plants near a window, where they can receive good light during part of the day. Otherwise, use artificial lights.
  
  
• Flowering plants need to be placed at spot with good light.

• Soil moisture should be evenly maintained.
  
  
• Water the pot when the soil surface begins to get dry.
  
  
• Generally-speaking, plants with coarse roots and growing in heavier, loamy soils should be allowed to get on the dry side, then water will be thoroughly soaking the pot or tub. But root balls full of very fibrous roots, growing in humus soil-mix must be kept more evenly moist.
  
  
• To determine the moisture level, simply ‘feel’ the soil with your fingers. If it feels dry and hard to the touch, with a light colour, then it is high time to water. If the soil feels damp or muddy and looks dark, then wait for a day or longer before watering.
  
  
• Do not splash water onto flowers and leaves that are under direct and strong sunlight.
  
  
• Do not water plants in the evening especially with the temperature falling.

• All plants need feeding regardless of the type of compost they are in.
  
  
• Most peat-based compost will begin to run out of nutrients after about 4 weeks of potting. Better add nutrients once every 3 to 4 weeks.
  
  
• Most loam-based compost have a better reserve of nutrients. Best to feed once every 4 to 5 weeks.
  
  
• Never over-feed. Although a little is good, do not assume a lot is necessarily better. Decide the quantity of fertiliser based on the size of the plant and pot. Excess fertiliser would actually inhibit the plant's growth.
  
  
• Most house plant fertilisers are liquids. You can dilute them with water and apply to the soil before watering or at the same time.
  
  
• If you have lots of house plants, mixing feed can be quite time consuming. You may prefer to pay extra for the convenience of fertiliser pellets or sticks. These are simply pushed into the compost and the fertiliser is released slowly once a month or so.
  
  
• You might also find slow-release fertiliser on the market that you can sprinkle over your compost.

Tips for Fresh Bouquet & Floral Arrangement
Most floral foam is used on floral arrangement , just make sure it has plenty of clear & fresh water. If possible re-cut the stem ends & insert back the stems firmly and deeply into the arrangement. Place your arrangement in a cool place and avoid direct sunlight.

Tips for Cut Flowers
Do you know that flowers go on living after they are cut & if you follow our tips they will last ever longer.

• Cut stems under water with a sharp knife . Do flatten, break or twist the stalks. Cutting under water prevents the flowers from "gulping" in air instead of water. The air bubbles can decrease flower life and promote premature wilting or bending of the flower head.
  
  
• Transfer cut flowers to a clean vase with fresh water.
  
  
• Remove all leaves which will be below water line. This prevents the leaves from decaying and keeps the water cleaner and the stem free flowing.
  
  
• Add the right amount of fresh flower food to water. Fresh Flower food hydrates and nourishes flowers.
  
  
• Place flowers in a cool area, keep away from direct sunlight, draft or on a TV set.