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A medley of photos taken in Farmers Markets in the U.S.A., England, Ireland, Panama, Peru, Australia, Poland, Tibet, India, China and Malaysia. Part 2 has not yet been produced. To see all John’s Gardening Videos go to www.youtube.com/@jjons1

A medley of climbing roses in fully bloom in the U.S.A. England, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Morocco, India and China. For more world-wide pictures of climbing roses please view “For the Love of Climbing Roses: Part 1.” To see all John’s Gardening Videos go to www.youtube.com/@jjons1

A medley of climbing roses in full bloom in the U.S.A. England, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Morocco, India and China. For more world-wide pictures of climbing roses please view “For the Love of Climbing Roses: Part 2”. To see all John’s Gardening Videos go to www.youtube.com/@jjons1

The rose garden is called the Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden contains over 2,400 roses from more than 180 varieties. In 1978, the rose garden was named an “Outstanding Rose Garden” by the the All-America Rose Selection. In 2003, The World Federation of Rose Societies honored the garden with an “Award of Excellence.” The garden was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame i...

The garden covers 2.5 acres and contains over 1,300 succulent and drought resistant plants from around the world. To see all John’s Gardening Videos go to www.youtube.com/@jjons1

Martinique is considered the “isle of flowers” and the botanical Balata Gardens are considered the “gardens of an artist” - rated as the best on Martinique. The garden has about 3000 varieties of tropical plants that includes a large number of begonias, bromeliads, bamboos, hibiscus, mahogany trees and about 300 different species of palm trees. The garden’s diverse and colorful flora reflects 5...

“…a jewel of biodiversity…” Located on the “spice island” of the Caribbean is a rich biodiversity of dense rain forest vegetation, with many colorful wild flowers and the aroma of spices and a home to a wide variety of birds, frogs, lizards, opossums, armadillos, mongooses and the Mona monkey. Contains four of Grenada’s highest volcanic mountains and a fresh 36 acre water lake. To see all John’...

This private 7.5 acre mountain oasis is rated as the number one attraction in St Vincent. It located at 1,500’ above sea level in an area of Saint Vincent called the Mesopotamia Valley, that is considered the “food-basket” of St. Vincent because of its very fertile soil. Surrounding the garden is a dense rain forest back drop vista that covers the surrounding volcanic mountains. The gardens are...

The oldest botanical institution in Malaysia. 71 acre site, has over 500 plant species consisting of heritage and rare plants that are are unique to the region. The garden has an aroid walkway, stream fed Lilly ponds, a sun rockery, a palm collection, a herb garden, a formal garden and a dedicated plant houses that contain a collections of cactus, bromeliads, ferns and begonias. To see all John...

A UNESCO “designated protected area.” 270 acres and stretches from the Penang Hills to the sea. Includes coastal and lowland tropical rainforest, wetlands, mangroves, sandy beaches and coral. 2,500 species of common, very rare and endangered flora and fauna. There is also a population of wild boars, squirrels, monkeys, tree shrews, civets, colugos, flying squirrels and bats and over 100 species...

Nested with the scenic Cameron Highland is the largest tea plantation in Malaysia covering around 1150 acres. Owned by the BOH company. The first tea plantation in Malaysia. Founded in 1929. To see all John’s Gardening Videos go to www.youtube.com/@jjons1

The largest greenhouse in the world. 3 acres. Replicating the cool dry 71-77F with 60-80% humidity mediterranean and semi-arid climate on five different continents. 32,000 plants, 160 species. 8 gardens: Succulent Garden, Australian Garden, South African Garden, South American Garden, Olive Grove, California Garden, a Mediterranean Garden and a changing display garden. To see all John’s Gardeni...

The Cloud Forest Dome covers 2 acres under glass. It contains over 7,000 plants from 135 species. In the center part of this dome is a 138 foot “cloud mountain” that has 115 foot waterfall which is the world’s biggest indoor waterfall. There are 7 gardens: Cloud Walk, Crystal Mountain, Treetop Walk, 5 Degrees Walk, Lost World Garden, Earth Check Garden, and a Secret Garden. The dome’s controlle...

The garden contains over contains 550 species of gingers. Many were in bloom during my visit. To see all John’s Gardening Videos go to www.youtube.com/@jjons1

Flowering Orchids at the Singapore, Botanical Garden

A Visit to a Cactus and Succulents Desert Garden.

A Visit to The Huntington Botanical Gardens, San Marino, California.

Walking though an Ancient Woodland in Yorkshire, England.

A visit to Winterbourne Garden, in Birmingham England.

A Visit to Irish Public Gardens in May.

A visit to the Allerton and McBryde Gardens on the island of Kauai, Hawaii.

Amateur Plant Hybridization to Commercialization Process

How to Successfully Grow Hop Plants on the Gulf Coast

Why Plant Hybridization Fails

Amateur Plant Hybridization to Commercialization

A Simple Plant Hybridization Process

A Visit to the Lady Norwood Rose Garden, Wellington Botanical Gardens, NZ

A Visit to the Rymill Park Rose Garden, Adelaide, South Australia

A Visit to the University Rose Garden, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.