Symmetrees Blog

Jan 9, 2022

How to grow alocasia bulbs

How to grow alocasia bulbs

You found a bunch of bulbs in your alocasias, now what? In this blog post, I'll show you how I sprouted alocasia bulbs. All you need is New Zealand sphagnum moss, a clear take-out container, a butter knife.

Mar 8, 2021

Women in the Plant World

Women in the Plant World

In celebration of this year's International Women's Day, let us recognize some women in the plant world, from botanists and scientists to entrepreneurs.

Dec 6, 2020

How to ship plants in winter

How to ship plants in winter

Living in Canada means that once end of October hits, it probably becomes too cold to ship plants without some protection. In this article, I will outline some approaches on how to safely ship plants in winter.

Oct 21, 2020

Jewel alocasia care

Jewel alocasia care

Alocasias have some of the most unique foliage among the plant kingdom and one of my favourites. I only have 5 jewel alocasia and could easily double my collection. In this article, I'll share tips of how I keep my jewel alocasia happy.

Oct 1, 2020

How to ship plants

How to ship plants

Shipping plants is easy when you know what to do. Follow this step by step guide to packaging plants bareroot for shipping in the mail.