Ask Gerry

What should i do with my venus fly trap regarding dormancy. Should i put in in the fridge when the time comes or in the shed.

I have just bought an Anigozanthus elegans (Kangaroo Paw) and I am curious as to how to look after it. Is it hardy in Ireland or should I leave it in a pot and take it in during the winter? Any relevant information on its care would be most welcome.

Is it possible to buy a rose called Joseph's coat in the republic? I have seen it in a old gardening book, and its just what i would love on my back fence.Or could you suggest another type of climbing rose that is just as colourfull.

I have a Yucca tree 2yrs now, and its leaves are dead and looks scorched although i kept it indoors & watered when necessary. Is there any way i could bring it back to life again?

this phalaenopsis has had this unusual growth for the past two years. Instead of the usual arching stems the flowers (56 of them) seem bunched up. The plant is quite healthy otherwise and was not like this when bought several years ago.

Two year old peace lily - I imagine should be re-potted. Straightforward re-potting or any specifics to be careful abot?

Hi - I have a stephanotis plant for about 3 yrs and it only flowered when I bought it. I dont overwater it and do feed it regularly during summer. Is there anything I can do to get it to flower? Many thanks.

Hi Gerry, I have a cactus house plant just like the winter flowering cactus which produces cerise coloured flowers in winter, however mine produces orange flowers in summer, or rather it DID! Now it just produces luscious green glossy cactus leaves, some buds but it hasn't flowered in years! What do you advise re best location and/or any special treatment to encourage flowering? Thank you.

Watering & light requirements for indoor Yucca & Money Tree for both summer and winter?

Do I water the coconut part thats in the pot or leave it dry? Should it be covered up with peat?

Gerry, Could you please advise on the attached picture of my cactus it is so tall it is tipping the roof of my conservatory.... Thanks a million, Poppy