The art of growing a Malaysian gem


PETALING JAYA: You do not need green fingers to grow healthy plants but must have passion, patience and a proper system, said orchid entrepreneur Steven Cheong.

The founder of Waltec Biotec Sdn Bhd shared tips on growing Phalaenopsis orchids with about 140 gardening enthusiasts and orchid lovers at the StarLIVE held at Cybertorium, Menara Star, recently.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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