We’ve all been there – yellow leaves, drooping plants, leggy stems, the list goes on. Let’s take a look at what causes these things to happen to our plants so we can help them recover and thrive!
The anthurium is a popular species of flowering plants, with around 1,000 different kinds of plants in its species. It is the largest genus of the Araceae family and is also known as the tailflower or the flamingo flower. While the plant is commonly found in many parts of the Americas, it is primarily distributed…
One of the most popular plants among gardeners everywhere, basil is a favorite herb for gardening, cooking, and housekeeping purposes. Originating in India, basil is a beloved centerpiece of Italian cuisine, a minty aromatic plant that can be used for cooking as well as adding a lovely fresh aroma to your home. Basil is easy…
African violets are one of the great divas of any garden in which they take up root. As with so many divas, they’re fussy and demanding enough to leave their handlers perpetually on the point of exasperation. On the other hand, as with any great diva, they know how to bloom into beauty and really…
Have you tried your hand at growing hoya? Leaves turning yellow indicates a problem with chlorosis, which is a condition that can be caused by just a handful of factors. Common causes of hoya leaves turning yellow are: Using the wrong type of potting soil Growing hoya indoors with lower than required temperatures or room…
The peace lily is a gorgeous plant that is famously known for its sword-like flowers and its lush green foliage. Some people also believe that the peace lily is supposed to bring you good luck, and that is one of the reasons why the peace lily is so popular all over the globe. It is…
The majesty palm is a slow-growing palm that is distinctive from other plants thanks to its long and arching green fronds, which are found on various stems. The plant is quite commonly grown indoors, though if it is grown natively outdoors, it can reach heights of up to 90 feet. When grown indoors, the plant…
Basil is a staple in many herb gardens, mainly because it can be easy to grow, but it’s also quick to tell you when something is not quite right. Like, when you see your basil plant wilting, that’s a sure sign that it needs something. That something could be as simple as a little water…
Are you having problems with your monstera not growing? While these plants don’t require much care, the conditions they do need are imperative to get right. Given the right conditions, monstera plants can grow into real “monsters” indoors. You should need to trim this back a lot, every year. Each stem on the plant can…
Lucky bamboo plants are becoming more and more common now, and you’ll find plenty of people keeping them in their homes for luck. If you have recently started taking care of a lucky bamboo plant, you might be concerned if it doesn’t seem to be doing well. Why would a lucky bamboo plant appear to…
Fiddle leaf fig plants are pretty popular these days and many people like to keep them in their homes. These plants originally come from western Africa and they’re known to grow in rainforest environments. One of the reasons why they have become so popular is that they grow quite tall. You’ll often see these beautiful…