From plants that grow in water to plants that repel flies, these are my readers’ favorite posts!
Many yards have those spots that are often wet. It could be a water collection zone, an area that constantly gets sprayed, or just a target for most sprinkles. At the end of the line, that area keeps getting a lot of water, and there isn’t much you can do about it. You want to…
Oh, the problems of the peace lily. Yellow leaves turn black, brown spots appear, and leaves wilt because you can’t get them to drink enough water. Or, at least that’s what you think the problem is. There are actually a few things that contribute to the leaves of peace lilies turning yellow and paling in…
Discover how to plant, grow, and nurture hydrangea plants of all varieties, year-round and force bursts of color to rebloom year after year. Indoors, outdoors or a mix of both… What is a Hydrangea Hydrangea plants are the master of all florals. They can be shrubs, climbers or trees, and there’s generally five different types,…
Petunias are one of those flowers that make non-gardeners want to learn to grow from seed. They’re the flowers lining lawn edgings, putting beautiful bouts of color in gardens around neighborhoods. Some are grown in containers perched by the front door steps, and trailing types of petunias are in hanging baskets giving a stunning decorative…
Orchids can be a challenge to keep though they are not quite as difficult as their reputation might imply. For all the care that does go into keeping orchids, are you going to get a decent return on your time and effort investment? In other words, how long are your plants going to live? It’s…
Are you constantly reaching for a fly swatter in your house? You’re not alone! Having flies buzzing around your head can be endlessly annoying, and it can be any time of year when they decide to make themselves at home too. So, why not put your houseplants to work? Choose some that are known to…
Have you tried your hand at growing plants or herbs only to find it hasn’t quite turned out to be the successful project you had hoped it would? It happens. It’s awful when it does, but if you’ve spotted the problem early enough, you can intervene using this guide listing all the things a plant…
If you grow indoor plants and have cats determined to make trouble, that’s a recipe for a disaster! Having both cats and plants in the same house can cause a series of problems. The first is that some cats like to chew on leaves, leading to damaged plants or sick kitties. The second is the…
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could grow plants without having to get dirty? Wait – I know what you’re thinking. This is going to be about hydroponics, right? Actually, no. If you want to try your hand at growing plants in water, you don’t necessarily need to invest in a hydroponic system. As you’ll…