Strawberry plants are low-growing plants that can be grown in containers, in raised garden beds, or directly planted in the ground. A problem with all methods is keeping the strawberries off the ground soil because being exposed to wet and moist soil for too long, risks fungal diseases like gray mold (Botrytis rot), and anthracnose …
Bagworm, Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis, is the bane of arborvitae lovers and over a hundred other species of trees and shrubs. The clandestine caterpillars weave silken bags that are easily mistaken for pinecones. Then the pests carry them around like sleeping bags, wreaking havoc. But how do you get rid of bagworms on Arborvitae? The method of …
Poison ivy the notorious culprit behind red, itchy, blistering rashes. It is a rigorous and toxic plant common throughout most of the continental United States. Poison ivy tends to grow in wild, untouched areas but often thrives alongside roads and trails or on the edges of plots of land. So how can we get rid …
There are many reasons that the leaves on your roses turn yellow. Roses are deciduous plants that lose their leaves as they go into dormancy over the winter months. However, if the leaves of your roses are turning yellow and it is not the right season for this to be happening, there could be a …
A wilting sunflower is a sad sight, indeed. We are all used to the magic of these sun-loving giants’ open faces brightening up even our darkest days. But how can you keep them from drooping, and why do they sometimes start to wilt? Sunflowers often wilt due to various reasons ranging from a lack of …
Ferns are lovely, sturdy plants that a lot of people have in their gardens, but they can grow in conditions that many other plants may find challenging. This can make it challenging to fill up your garden in certain areas with plants that accentuate the ferns you have. So, what can you plant with ferns? …
Chrysanthemums are undeniably beautiful, and there’s a reason why so many people love placing them in their fall garden beds. These flowers are so great because they add color to your yard. You can find mums in violet, yellow, and red. They’re going to add so much charm to your yard when you choose to …
Cacti can be very interesting plants to take care of. Some people like caring for cacti because they don’t need as much water as many other types of plants. In certain ways, caring for a cactus will be easier than caring for a common houseplant. These plants can still be quite beautiful, too. If you’re …
Growing lettuce in your garden is truly a great idea. Lettuce is very delicious and it’s going to be nice to be able to utilize fresh ingredients for homemade salads. You do your best to care for the lettuce so that it will be ready to harvest when the time is right. Sadly, there are …