With its vibrant pink-striped leaves, Calathea roseopicta is one of the most decorative prayer plants. This tropical houseplant thrives with proper care that mimics its native humid rainforest environment Follow this comprehensive guide to provide the ideal growing conditions for your Calathea roseopicta Light Requirements Calathea roseopicta prefers medium to bright indirect sunlight. Place it … Read more
The bridal veil plant, also known as Gibasis pellucida, is a beautiful trailing houseplant perfect for hanging baskets With its cascading foliage resembling a bride’s veil studded with tiny white “pearls” for flowers, it’s easy to see where this plant gets its common name. Caring for a bridal veil plant is relatively straightforward, but there … Read more
Iris leaves that were once a lush green taking on a sickly yellow hue can be worrying for any gardener. Yellowing leaves are often the first visible sign that something is amiss with your iris plants. But don’t panic – yellowing leaves can often be easily corrected if you know the underlying causes. Here we’ll … Read more
With their iconic paddles and colorful blooms, prickly pear cacti are popular additions to gardens and homes However, these hardy succulents can sometimes develop issues with drooping or sagging pads If you’ve noticed your prickly pear cactus looking less perky lately, read on to learn the potential causes and solutions. Common Causes of a Drooping … Read more
The ponytail palm, with its unique and eye-catching shape, has become a popular indoor and outdoor plant With thick green leaves erupting from a bulging brown trunk, it certainly makes a statement wherever it’s placed But can this desert-dwelling plant handle cold temperatures? Let’s find out! An Overview of Ponytail Palm Temperature Tolerance The ponytail … Read more
Growing peas can be a bit tricky since they prefer cooler weather and can be finicky if transplanted. However, starting peas indoors allows gardeners in cold climates to get a head start on the season for an earlier harvest. The key is knowing the right time to transplant pea seedlings into the garden. Timing Pea … Read more
With their burst of colorful blooms, mums are a treasured sight in autumn gardens However, to achieve the iconic dome shape and abundant flowers we love in fall, strategic pruning during the growing season is key When should you cut back mums in summer for optimal results? Follow these tips on ideal timing and techniques … Read more
Growing chilli plants can be an extremely rewarding experience. There’s nothing quite like picking a fresh chilli pepper right off the plant and adding it to your favourite dish. However, in order to get a good harvest, you need to properly care for your plants. One of the most important aspects of chilli plant care … Read more
With their vibrant red foliage that ignites fall landscapes, burning bushes (Euonymus alatus) are prized ornamental shrubs. But when it comes time to transplant or remove overgrown specimens, their extensive root systems can present a formidable challenge. So just how deep do burning bush roots grow when left undisturbed over time? Let’s dig into the … Read more
One of the joys of growing succulents like Haworthia is seeing them send up flowering stalks But once those delicate Haworthia blooms fade, what should you do with the remaining flower stalk? With a little creativity, there are lots of ways to make use of Haworthia flower stalks In this article, we’ll explore when and … Read more