As plant parents we all have our fair share of questions like “why is my plant wilting?” or “why are the leaves turning brown?“. In this section, you will find answers to these questions and more.
Begonias are excellent plants to keep color in the garden. They are also wonderful to put in baskets to hang around the house to provide a cozy pop of cheer. Even their foliage is often a pleasure to look at, with leaves that are often in two colors and shaped like wings. But while begonias…
To say that I love Calla Lilies is an absolute understatement – they give me such joy! Although, I was severely disappointed when they did not bloom this summer which prompted a search to find out why they did not flower and whether I could encourage them to bloom. Calla Lilies are not blooming due…
Apple trees are delightful. They often grow in classic storybook shape, produce gorgeous blossoms, and to top it off, they give you delicious fruit. What’s not to love? Well, if you planted a tree and it’s not growing, that’s frustrating. When there is no obvious problem, such as pests, it’s even more frustrating. What can…
Chinese money plants have become exceptionally popular houseplants in recent years. Many people keep them around because they’re said to bring good fortune. Whether you believe in the idea of good luck or not, it’s nice to have an aesthetically appealing plant like this in your home. These plants have pretty round leaves that stand…
Canna lilies are nice plants that are popularly grown both indoors and outdoors. These plants are native to South Africa, but they actually do well in both temperate and warm climates. One of the most appealing aspects of caring for them is the fact that they aren’t tough to keep alive. Generally, these plants are…
Around a year ago, while I was tending to my blueberry bushes, I noticed that some of their leaves appeared red instead of their usual verdant green. At first, I didn’t think much of it. Blueberry leaves change colors all the time, especially at the start of the season. But when the color shift persisted,…
Numerous factors can cause pear tree leaf curl. There’s an entire checklist of things to run through before reaching for insecticides or digging down to inspect the roots. At the most basic level, leaf curl on any plant is caused by stress. The mystery surrounding why your pear tree has leaves curling is identifying the…
Coneflower plants are well known for their ability to brighten up garden beds. Their blooms resemble daisies, and they have an interesting cone-shaped center. For the most part, caring for these plants is pretty easy. They thrive when placed in full sun, and you typically don’t have to worry about too many pests bothering them….
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…