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The spider plant, also known as chlorophytum comosum, is one of the most popular and recognizable houseplants. With its elegant green and white striped leaves and easy care requirements, it’s no wonder the spider plant has been a staple in homes for over a century. As an enthusiastic indoor gardener and photographer, I’ve found spider … Read more
Sometimes it’s a bad sign when you see tiny white bugs on or in the soil of your houseplants. It’s not the only sign that something is wrong; the plant may also have yellowing leaves and slow growth, which are both signs of an infestation. However, not all tiny white bugs are harmful. It is … Read more
This is an introduction to Venus Flytraps (Dionaea muscipula). It has three different types: the common type, the beautiful all-red Akai Ryu cultivar, and the interesting Dentate cultivar with short guard hairs. These are some of the most popular of Venus Flytraps and are easy to grow carnivorous plants. Once potted up, they will do … Read more
Venus fly traps are unique carnivorous plants that catch and digest insects for nutrients. They have specialized leaves called trap leaves that snap shut when an insect triggers the tiny hairs inside. This allows the plant to capture and consume the insect, giving it valuable nutrients like nitrogen that may be lacking in the nutrient-poor … Read more
Forget me not seeds produce beautiful dainty flowers that add delightful pops of blue to gardens. This guide covers everything you need to know about growing these charming blooms from seed. An Overview of Forget Me Nots Forget me nots, also known by their botanical name Myosotis sylvatica, are biennial and perennial flowering plants. The … Read more
Some plants—especially climbing plants like monsteras—don’t just grow roots under the surface of the soil. Also, these plants have aerial roots, which are roots that grow above the ground and near the top of the plant. Discover all the facts you need to know about monstera aerial roots to keep your plant healthy and happy. … Read more
I planted it in the fall the first time and got lots of big, tasty harvests in September, October, and November. I was pretty pleased. It got cold over the winter (okay, that was too mild; I live in Wisconsin) and the spinach got snow on it. I forgot all about it. Then, in the … Read more
Up-potting, or potting up, refers to moving a plant from a smaller to a larger pot. Most of the time, this is done to give the plant more room for its roots to spread out and grow, which can help it be healthier and live longer. Gardeners choose to move seedlings to bigger pots for … Read more
Willows come in more than 300 different species. Some species are known for their beautiful catkins, which are also called “pussy willow” flowers. Other species have ornamental stems and attractive gray-green leaves. It’s the male plants that put on a show in spring, with pollen-laden catkins attracting early bees. However, some species are cultivated for … Read more
If you want to get rid of weeds and diseases in your lawn or make it look better, topdressing might be the answer. This simple lawn care technique can turn your struggling landscape into a showstopper. What you need to topdress your lawn, how to do it, the benefits, and when you should finish this … Read more