Robby Jade plants are incredibly popular houseplants known for their fleshy, green leaves and resilience However, even hardy jade plants can run into issues like curling leaves Curling leaves on a jade plant are often a sign that something is wrong with its care or environment. By identifying the cause and implementing the right solutions you … Read more
After a long winter, the first signs of spring are always welcome One of the most uplifting sights is the emergence of cheery small blue spring bulb flowers Their cool hues create lovely contrast among the yellow and white blooms of early spring. In this article we’ll look at 25 outstanding blue bulbs to plant … Read more
Kirsten Brichler is an adjunct professor at Southwest Minnesota State University, and Douglas Pfeiffer is a professor of entomology at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. Most people who have grown strawberries or vegetables in the Southeast have had their experiences with slugs. These pests damage low-growing vegetable tissue and can be difficult to control. Here … Read more
It surprises me every year at this time how many different containers have gathered in my basement to stay safe over the winter. For ten years, I’ve been growing amaryllis bulbs. This year, I have shamrock (oxalis) that grew outside all summer and pots of chives, rosemary, and sage that have had their stems cut … Read more
Having grown up in the countryside, nature and self-sufficiency have always been big part of my life. Nature is everything to me, and I got to learn even more about it while I was in college studying agricultural systems science. Favourite fruit: apples, blackberries and plums Favourite vegetables: potatoes, peppers and courgettes. Alocasia zebrina is … Read more
Maple trees are symbolic of strength, endurance, balance, and longevity. Unfortunately, sneaky thieves try to take these trees’ beauty, but we can help you figure out what diseases affect maple trees and how to treat them. Perfect as specimen trees or lining a long driveway, you can’t deny their beauty and majesty. Typically, maple trees … Read more
With their large, tropical-looking leaves and dazzling spires of blooms in vibrant shades, canna lily plants make a dramatic statement in gardens. Their flowers come in a diverse range of hues from rich reds to sunny yellows. When picturing canna lilies most people first think of the tall brilliant red-flowered varieties. But there is an … Read more
There is a group of leaf beetles in the family Chrysomelidae that are called flea beetles. As their name suggests, they can jump because their back legs are very big. Overall they are not very large in size (described as small to moderately-sized, ranging from 1. 5 to 4 mm typically). Flea beetles can also … Read more
For gardens seeking an elegant narrow evergreen, Picea glauca ‘Skinny Blue Genes’ is a perfect choice. This aptly named cultivar of the Black Hills spruce boasts rich blue needles and a slender conical form that adds refined vertical interest. Discover why this distinctive spruce deserves a spot in landscapes seeking standout conifers. Part of the … Read more
My indoor lime and orange trees have both had sticky leaves for a number of months. If i take them outside and hose the leaves the problem goes away for a week or so. Some leaves have things on them that might be the cause, but I don’t know what they are or how to … Read more