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Cecropia moth: The largest moth in North America

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  Cecropia moth or I call it the 'Easter Butterfly' They usually come out during Easter Season. I wonder. God has His own timing to remind us all of His great love. The butterfly, usually an icon for easter in Christian church calendar because of its life cycle, from a cocoon to a new creature, the butterfly. Like Christ died for us but lives again. We as Christians who believes in Him, we are a new creation. The old has gone and the new has come. Let this be the ultimate reminder to all of us believers. Whenever we see a butterfly, let this be a refreshment to our faith that God gave us new life in Christ. The cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia) is a large moth native to North America. It is the largest moth in North America, with a wingspan of up to 7 inches. Cecropia moths are known for their beautiful wings, which are patterned with brown, white, and black. Cecropia moths are nocturnal moths, which means that they are active at night. They are attracted to light, so they ca...
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Wave of Love Plant: Seed Propagation and Maintenance

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The Wave of Love plant (Anthurium plowmannii) is a beautiful tropical plant with heart-shaped leaves and long, cascading clusters of red, orange, or yellow flowers. It is a popular choice for indoor gardens and greenhouses, and it is relatively easy to care for.      If you are interested in propagating Wave of Love plants from seed, here is a step-by-step guide:   1. Collect fresh seeds from a ripe Wave of Love plant. The seeds are small and black, and they can be found inside the fruit of the plant.  2. Sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Be sure to sow the seeds just below the surface of the mix.   3. Place the pot in a warm, bright location. Keep the potting mix moist but not soggy.  4. The seeds should germinate within 2-4 weeks. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out so that there is one seedling per pot.  5. Continue to water and fertilize the seedlings regularly. Once they are large enough, you can tran...
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                               I was made to believe that this was 'Udto-udto' - the smallest snake (I got this one right) but 'Dugho' they say is the right term. Thorough reading also made me realize that this was not the venomous one. Either way, I am not a fan of wriggly creatures, especially snakes, big or small, animal or human (snakes). 
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Cultivating a Blooming Comeback: Reviving Our Home Gardening

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  Hello Gardening Enthusiasts, With great excitement and a deep sense of purpose, we welcome you back to our long-dormant home gardening blog! After a decade of silence, our passion for nurturing ornamentals, fruit trees, and crops for our family's sustainability, leisure, and to inspire others remains unwavering. Today, we embark on a journey to rekindle the green spirit and spread the joy of gardening far and wide. Over these past ten years, our little patch of earth has blossomed into a thriving oasis of greenery, bursting with life and abundance. The fruits of our labor have not only nourished our family but have also sowed the seeds of inspiration in those around us. We are grateful for the time we had to focus on our garden's growth and evolution, and now we are thrilled to share our journey with you once more. Restoring this blog goes beyond merely reconnecting with our readers; it is an opportunity to recommit ourselves to the principles that first led us down this gree...
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Gumamelas for My Mom

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Here's my collection of Gumamela/Antuanga (local name). I remember my grandma used these flowers before to ease and cure a boil. She simply plucked a flower, grind it, and place it on a boil. I don't remember how well was that though. My mom had a bunch of varieties way back. It grew all over without any trimmings. My uncle saw the shade it brought to the surrounding and he did not liked it. So, he asked someone else to 'trim' it without asking mom's permission. The trim eventually became an uprooting event. And guess what happened next. My mom and my uncle had a 'slight' argument. My mom was furious. I felt for my mom. I was in college then, I couldn't do any better. Now, I'm the main gardener. Mom had a mild stroke 3 years ago, and she couldn't tend the garden like before. I wanted to do more for my mom. So, I am looking for more varieties to collect to grace our garden. I know, it's hard for mom to visit botanical gardens in her conditi...
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WELCOME BACK! Hibiscus (Gumamela)

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WELCOME BACK!!! After spending years in dormancy, I guess, when one is alive, one will somehow, sometime bloom again. Hibernation is over! Now with big, new surprises in the garden. I guess, you lose some of your favorite plant and gain another. Some you buy, some you ask for it, and others just surprise you from unexpected friends as gifts. What a treat! There are some you've forgotten they are there until they bloom with such fascinating foliage. I hope to share with you one plant at a time, droplets of joy during rainy days of my life. Here are my mom's(and mine) Hibiscus collection:
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Cactus and Succulents

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Cactus and succulents are ideal terrarium plants since they survive the longest without water for days...watering them only twice a week though. Usually you don't water as much when they're inside a terrarium especially when it's sealed tight. Its moisture will naturally fill them up, like in a greenhouse effect. But I usually uncover my terrarium for minutes or so and mistily hand-spray them twice a week. After it settles in, I place the cover back on and revisit them time to time.
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