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caladiums as young plants in containers

Bringing the Tropics Inside: A Guide to Caladium Indoor Care

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Stunning Foliage: Caladiums offer vibrant colors and patterns, adding a tropical touch to any indoor

Aloe vera growing outdoors in a blue pot, plant is in bloom with yellow flower stalks.

Unlocking Aloe Vera’s Bounty: A Comprehensive Guide to Propagating Aloe Pups

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Learn how to identify and remove aloe pups for propagation. Discover the best time to

Close up photo of garlic on white background

Unleashing the Bold Flavor of Hardneck Garlic: A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Discover the robust, spicy flavor and impressive size of hardneck garlic cloves. Learn the key

Aloe 'Marmalade' succulent being prepared for repotting.

Discovering the Beauty and Ease of Aloe Succulent Care

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Easy Care: Aloe succulents are low-maintenance and perfect for beginners. Versatile: Thrive both indoors and

Inspecting a crepe myrtle for proper pruning.

When to Prune Crepe Myrtle: A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Best time to prune: Mid-February to early March. Why prune: Primarily for shaping and removing

DeWalt 20V Max Leaf Blower

Snag the Best Black Friday Leaf Blower Deals 2022

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Unbelievable savings: Discover incredible Black Friday discounts on top-rated leaf blowers. Top brands: Find deals

Adding drainage holes to container

Grow Spinach in Pots: A Complete Guide for Delicious Greens

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Quick and easy: Spinach is a fast-growing vegetable, perfect for container gardening. Space-saving: Ideal for

Vinegar in a bottle

What Smell Do Ants Hate? A Comprehensive Guide to Natural Ant Repellents

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Discover effective natural scents that repel ants. Learn how to use these scents strategically for

Pavement Ant

Tiny Red Ants Outside: Identifying, Understanding, and Managing Pavement Ants

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Quick ID: Small, reddish-brown ants often seen trailing along sidewalks and pavements. Nesting Habits: Commonly

alt text: A close-up of a red Trillium erectum flower, also known as red wake robin, showcasing its vibrant petals and yellow center.

Discovering the Enchanting World of the Trillium Flower

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Trilliums: A diverse genus of flowering plants with unique three-petaled blooms. Identification: Differentiating between trillium

Fresh kiwi fruit sliced open to show the seeds.

Growing Kiwi Fruit from Seed: A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by Clare

Quick Start: Germinate kiwi seeds in water, then transfer to a mini greenhouse before planting

5 Humidity-Loving Houseplants to Freshen Up Your Home

May 1, 2025December 10, 2024 by Clare

Discover the power of foliar uptake: Learn how certain houseplants can naturally absorb moisture from

Houseplants That Absorb Moisture: Bring Joy to Your Home and Balance to the Air

Houseplants That Absorb Moisture: Bring Joy to Your Home and Balance to the Air

May 1, 2025December 10, 2024 by Clare

Feeling overwhelmed by the dampness in your home? Good news! Nature has your back with

Shamrock Hydrangea Macrophylla: A Charming Lace Cap Beauty for Your Garden

May 1, 2025September 5, 2024 by Clare

Shamrock hydrangea is a compact lace cap cultivar of bigleaf hydrangea Features double pink sterile

Hydrangea Quercifolia Alice

Hydrangea Quercifolia ‘Alice’: The Majestic Oakleaf Hydrangea

May 1, 2025September 5, 2024 by Clare

‘Alice’ is a stunning cultivar of oakleaf hydrangea Features large, showy white flower panicles that

Pee Gee Hydrangea: A Stunning and Versatile Shrub for Your Garden

May 1, 2025September 5, 2024 by Clare

Pee Gee Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata ‘Grandiflora’) is a popular and versatile shrub It produces large,

Chantilly Lace Hydrangea paniculata

Chantilly Lace Hydrangea: A Late-Blooming Beauty for Your Garden

May 1, 2025September 5, 2024 by Clare

‘Chantilly Lace’ is a compact cultivar of Hydrangea paniculata Grows 5-6 feet tall and wide

Hydrangeas

14 Plants to Avoid Growing Near Your Beloved Hydrangeas

May 1, 2025July 26, 2024 by Clare

Key Takeaways: Hydrangeas thrive best when given space and proper companions Certain plants can compete

lantana flowers

How to Fertilize Lantana: Expert Advice for Brilliant Blooms

May 1, 2025July 26, 2024 by Clare

Lantanas thrive in sunny, warm locations and are not heavy feeders Fertilize in spring with

Beautiful Chinese Money Plant flowers

Caring for Chinese Money Plant: A Comprehensive Guide to Pilea Peperomioides

May 1, 2025July 25, 2024 by Clare

Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) is a popular indoor plant known for its unique round

If you want a fairy tale-like touch in your home, try creeping phlox

How to Plant Creeping Phlox in Containers: A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025February 2, 2024 by Clare

Creeping Phlox is low-maintenance and pest-resistant, making it ideal for container gardening Provide well-draining soil

Nagoya Red Kale is captivating to behold, and its cultivation is surprisingly effortless.

Cultivating Nagoya Red Kale: A Vibrant Addition to Your Garden

May 1, 2025February 1, 2024 by Clare

Key takeaways: Nagoya Red Kale is both ornamental and edible, offering visual appeal and nutritional

Awwww…Aren't the heart-shaped petals lovely?

Creeping Cinquefoil Weed: A Beautiful Menace in Your Garden

May 1, 2025January 31, 2024 by Clare

Creeping cinquefoil (Potentilla reptans) is an invasive weed with bright yellow, heart-shaped flowers It spreads

Munstead lavender is renowned for its captivating fragrance, making it a coveted choice for both home and garden enthusiasts.

How to Plant Munstead Lavender: Everything You Should Know

May 1, 2025January 31, 2024 by Clare

Optimal Growing Conditions: Munstead lavender thrives in well-draining, sandy soil with full sun exposure for

Orange carnation flower meaning: happiness and joy

Orange Carnation Flower Meaning: A Vibrant Symbol of Joy and Happiness

May 1, 2025January 30, 2024 by Clare

Orange carnations symbolize joy, happiness, warmth, and creativity They are associated with good fortune in

Whether placed in hanging baskets, pots, or as ground cover, spider plants effortlessly enhance the beauty of any indoor or outdoor space.

15 Lovely Varieties of Spider Plant: A Garden of Green Wonders

May 1, 2025January 28, 2024 by Clare

Diverse Beauty: Spider plants offer a stunning array of varieties, each with unique leaf patterns,

Alocasia Wentii thriving in indoor environment

Caring for An Alocasia Wentii: A Tropical Gem for Your Home

May 1, 2025January 19, 2024 by Clare

Key Takeaways: Provide bright indirect light for at least 6 hours daily Maintain consistently moist

We're so close to a floral celebration with their formation, yet now they refuse to bloom

Why Lily Buds Not Opening? Unveiling the Mystery of Reluctant Blooms

May 1, 2025January 16, 2024 by Clare

Temperature fluctuations outside the 65-80°F range can delay or shorten lily blooms Insufficient humidity (below

White mold can be caused by saprophytic fungi, which are generally friends to both the soil and plants

White Mold in Garden Soil: Friend or Foe?

May 1, 2025January 15, 2024 by Clare

White mold in garden soil can be either beneficial or harmful Saprophytic fungi are generally

For starters, the Rising Sun Redbud is not a tree that requires special gardening skills to stay healthy

Rising Sun Redbud Tree Problems & Caring Guide: Essential Tips for Thriving Trees

May 1, 2025January 14, 2024 by Clare

Rising Sun Redbuds are generally hardy but can face issues like verticillium wilt, canker diseases,

ZZ plants are highly resilient but not entirely immune to health issues

ZZ Plant Turning Brown: 10 Reasons Why and How to Fix It

May 1, 2025January 14, 2024 by Clare

ZZ plants are resilient but can experience browning leaves due to various factors. Common causes

When Dahlia is distressed, it frequently signals this through curling leaves

Dahlia Leaves Curling Under: 5 Reasons Why and How to Fix Them

May 1, 2025January 7, 2024 by Clare

Dahlia leaf curling is a common distress signal, often easily remedied Main causes include watering

Dahlia tubers can break for various reasons, such as during transit or accidental cuts while transplanting

Will Broken Dahlia Tubers Grow & How to Determine Their Viability

May 1, 2025January 6, 2024 by Clare

Key takeaways: Broken dahlia tubers can often still grow if the crown and eyes are

Watering: Water once or twice per month during spring. Reduce or cut entirely when temps get below 60 or above 85 °F

Kalanchoe Marmorata Care: Nurturing Nature’s Marble Masterpiece

May 1, 2025January 4, 2024 by Clare

Kalanchoe Marmorata thrives in bright, indirect sunlight Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between waterings

Sooty mold on succulent leaves

Fungus Black Spots on Succulent Leaves: 6 Causes and Treatment

May 1, 2025January 4, 2024 by Clare

Fungus black spots on succulents can be caused by various factors, including sooty mold, grey

Boxwoods are evergreen, meaning they retain their leaves even when winter arrives

Can Boxwood Survive Winter in Pots? A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025January 3, 2024 by Clare

Boxwoods can survive winter in pots with proper care and protection Winter burn is a

Rhododendron not growing due to stress

5 Reasons Why Your Rhododendron Isn’t Growing (And How to Fix It)

May 1, 2025January 2, 2024 by Clare

Incorrect planting depth can suffocate rhododendron roots Root-bound plants struggle to establish in new environments

Overwatered rosemary with drooping branches

Why is My Rosemary Dying? 14 Common Reasons and Solutions

May 1, 2025January 1, 2024 by Clare

Overwatering and poor drainage are the most common causes of rosemary decline Rosemary needs full

Brush off excess soil and dirt from the uncovered bulbs

When Can You Transplant Tulips? A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025January 1, 2024 by Clare

Key Takeaways: The ideal time to transplant tulips is when their foliage has naturally withered,

Calla Lily in winter snow

Digging Up Calla Lily Bulbs: A Comprehensive Winter Care Guide

May 1, 2025December 22, 2023 by Clare

Key Takeaways: Dig up Calla Lily bulbs after the first frost in USDA zones 7

Not all plants can live underneath a pine tree, but there are certainly species that can live well within such area

31+ Plants Under Pine Trees: Transform Your Shaded Space

May 1, 2025December 20, 2023 by Clare

Pine trees create unique growing conditions with acidic soil, shade, and shallow roots Choose shade-tolerant

As for hostas, they can survive well in water even as soil is their true home

Can You Root Hostas in Water? A Surprising Guide to Aquatic Hosta Cultivation

May 1, 2025December 20, 2023 by Clare

Hostas can be rooted and grown in water for short periods Water propagation is easy

Coneflower mites causing rosette-like deformations

How to Get Rid of Coneflower Mites and Other Pests

May 1, 2025December 18, 2023 by Clare

Early Detection: Regularly inspect coneflowers with a magnifying glass for tiny white specks or rosette-like

It is time to say goodbye to the last remainders of your palm tree

How to Remove A Palm Tree Stump: 4 Effective Methods

May 1, 2025December 17, 2023 by Clare

Palm tree stumps can be removed using four main methods: digging, grinding, chemical rotting, and

Kumquat can be a bounty when they fruit, because there will be a lot of fresh citrus to pick

5 Delightful Types of Kumquat Trees to Enhance Your Garden

May 1, 2025December 15, 2023 by Clare

Kumquat trees are perfect for warm climates and can produce abundant fruit There are five

When you tell which one is Bloodgood Japanese Maple and which one is Emperor 1?

Emperor Japanese Maple vs Bloodgood: Which One Reigns Supreme?

May 1, 2025December 15, 2023 by Clare

Emperor Japanese Maple and Bloodgood are two popular red Japanese maple varieties with subtle differences.

No more procrastination, it is time to replant your maple tree to a better place now. But how?

How to Transplant A Maple Tree: Expert Tips for Moving and Caring for Red Maples

May 1, 2025December 14, 2023 by Clare

Transplant young maple trees (3 years old or less) for best results Perform transplanting during

Brown spots can be the result of different factors, you might want to catch the right suspect

Brown Spots on Dahlia Leaves: 10 Diseases to Watch Out For

May 1, 2025December 14, 2023 by Clare

Brown spots on dahlia leaves can be caused by bacterial, fungal, or viral diseases Common

Poinsettias are like festive showstoppers with their bright red and green leaves, bringing holiday cheer

How to Care For Poinsettias During The Holidays

May 1, 2025December 12, 2023 by Clare

Protect poinsettias from temperatures below 50°F (10°C) Provide 12 hours of darkness daily for 8

Ailing young eugenia topiary

Why is My Eugenia Topiary Dying: Eugenia Care 101

May 1, 2025December 10, 2023 by Clare

Pest Control: Common issues include psyllids, fungal rust, and leaf spot. Regular use of neem

Japanese maple tree is one alluringly exotic beauty to have

Is Japanese Maple Invasive? Unraveling the Mystery of This Exotic Beauty

May 1, 2025December 10, 2023 by Clare

Japanese maples are not officially classified as invasive in Virginia They have high seed production,

Rose of Sharon may suffer transplant shock if there is too much disturbance to its roots.

Rose of Sharon Transplant Shock: Signs & What To Do

May 1, 2025December 9, 2023 by Clare

Rose of Sharon may experience transplant shock when moved, causing wilting and stunted growth Recovery

Japanese Maple's beauty shines, but pests try to steal the spotlight

Japanese Maple Bugs: A Gardener’s Guide to Keeping Your Tree Pest-Free

May 1, 2025December 8, 2023 by Clare

Japanese maples are susceptible to several pests, including Japanese beetles, aphids, mites, and scale insects.

Spring and summer months are the best times of the year to give your Japanese maple a new home.

The Ultimate Guide to Repotting Japanese Maple Trees: Timing, Techniques, and Tips

May 1, 2025December 7, 2023 by Clare

Repot Japanese Maples every 2-3 years for optimal growth Best time to repot is early

Grown-up plants can develop big aerial roots, reaching several feet long

Can You Cut Off Monstera Aerial Roots? A Comprehensive Guide

May 1, 2025December 7, 2023 by Clare

Key takeaways: Monstera aerial roots are adaptations for climbing and nutrient absorption Trimming is possible

Peace lilies are very easy to propagate, as they can grow from a leaf cutting. The leaves of this plant are capable of growing their own roots.

How to Propagate A Peace Lily In Water: A Step-by-Step Guide

May 1, 2025December 3, 2023 by Clare

Key Takeaways: Peace lilies can be propagated in water, but the process involves division rather

Gasteria Little Warty plant in a pot

Gasteria Little Warty Plant Care: 8 Keys For A Thriving Succulent

May 1, 2025November 30, 2023 by Clare

Gasteria Little Warty is a unique, low-maintenance succulent from South Africa It prefers well-draining soil

Annabelle hydrangea with white blooms

10 Annabelle Hydrangea Problems: Essential Care Tips for Gorgeous Blooms

May 1, 2025November 29, 2023 by Clare

Annabelle Hydrangeas are stunning garden additions but can face several common issues Problems include diseases,

how to prune annabelle hydrangeas

How To Prune Annabelle Hydrangeas

May 1, 2025November 28, 2023 by Clare

Prune Annabelle hydrangeas in late winter or early spring Cut back stems to 6-12 inches

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