Feature Articles for July 2008 Articles Published on 20 August 2008 Green Culture Singapore @ Singapore Garden Festival 2008 The Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) returned for its second season at the Suntec Convention Center from 25 July to 1 August 2008 and Green Culture Singapore (GCS) was part of the Festival. Read this article to find out how GCS was involved in this international floral and garden show. Melastoma malabathricum: Too beautiful to be called a weed Melastoma malabathricum is a flowering shrub that can be found growing locally in wastelands. It is regarded by most Singaporeans as a weed and seldom considered as a candidate for landscaping. Read this article written by Wilson to find out why you should include this beautiful shrub in your garden. Gardening Event for August 2008 Gardening Sharing Sessions brought to you by Green Culture Singapore, National Parks Board and National Library Board Create A Balcony Garden Date: 30 Aug 08 (Sat) Time: 3.30pm - 4.30pm Venue: Toa Payoh Community Library, Multipurpose Room Language: English Speaker: Mr Wilson Wong Synopsis: With the lack of space, it's almost impossible to create our own gardens in high-rise flats. Nevertheless, creating a soothing outdoor retreat is not impossible, provided you've got a small space to spare as a mini balcony and some interest to introduce some greenery into your own home. Topics will include how to handle wind drafts, soaring temperatures to which suitable plants to mix and match to cater to the individual needs, for high-rise balconies. Want to know how? Come and join us to find out more!

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