Gardening

Every garden has a story – what’s yours?

Former ST journalist Irene Ngoo of Min’s Garden fame in her new condo garden on Sept 7.

One year after Min’s Garden is uprooted, a retired journalist and her new condo garden flourish

One year since Irene Ngoo transplanted her “jungle” from a colonial bungalow to a compact condo, the plants and the former journalist are flourishing after the upheaval.

Root Awakening

Yam bean may not grow well in compacted soil

The yam bean is commonly mistaken for the turnip.

Kit Chan spends 54th birthday alone in ‘self-imposed home quarantine’ ahead of Sept 19 concert

Singaporean singer Kit Chan during a concert in Guangzhou in May 2026. She will take the stage at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Sept 19.

Plant Parenting

Oil-based pesticides: What you need to know and how to make your own food-grade version

Small, soft-bodied pests tend to congregate on newly produced plant parts as they are tender and full of sap. Their feeding pattern causes developmental issues where leaves crinkle up and serve as hiding spots for these pests. Curled-up plant parts are better pruned away as horticultural oil application may not be able to reach them.

Root Awakening

Pandan leaves discoloured due to spider mites

Pandan plant appears to be infested by spider mites, which can be treated with summer oil.

Root Awakening

Use division method to propagate snake plant instead of leaf cuttings

To propagate a snake plant, divide the mother plant into smaller sections.

New orchid hybrid named after Singapore Garden Festival

The new orchid hybrid named after the Singapore Garden Festival to commemorate its 10th edition.

Plant Parenting

Choose the right pot for your plants

Pots for planting can be made from (from left) plastic, ceramic or terracotta.

Vintage carnival delights at Singapore Garden Festival’s 10th edition at Gardens by the Bay

The Singapore Garden Festival 2026 takes place at Gardens by the Bay from July 4-12.

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