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Moreover, Ms. Cheah emphasises
that success in gardening hinges not
only on skill but also on patience and

perseverance. Gardening, she notes, is
a time-intensive, intricate endeavour
that rewards those who are willing to

learn and grow alongside their plants.

The CHKL Horticulture Society’s
However, the journey into hydroponics activities breathe lifeff into the school
does not end there. Ms Cheah shared ground, their venture into
that the pest and disease control in this hydroponics signififf es innovation, and

environment require a multifaff ceted
their insights inspire the next
approach. The society begins by
generation of green enthusiasts. As
selecting high-quality seeds to ensure the
they continue to cultivate green
best possible start foff r their plants. Anti-
insect nets stand guard, protecting the excellence, theyy leave behind a legacy
green residents frff om intruding pests. of beauty, knowlleedge, and a profoff und
Advanced techniques such as ozone connection with the enduring power
treatment and the judicious use of of nature.
ultraviolet light ensure a pest-frff ee
environment. Should signs of trouble

emerge, prompt action is taken, and any
affff lff icted plants are swiftff ly removed,
averting potential crises.

As our interview with Ms. Cheah draws
to a close, she imparts valuable advice to
those who are intrigued by horticulture :
aspiring gardeners should commence
their journey by mastering the basics.

Learning to wield common gardening
tools with fiff nesse, such as shovels and
pruning shears, lays a strong foff undation.
Exploring various techniques, including
graftff ing and cuttings, fuff rther enriches
their horticultural knowledge.

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