Plant Care & Maintenance

Department stores can be a tough place for a plant. The windows of most stores are blocked by racks of clothes or shelves of goods, and the lights are fluorescent. But there are a few plants that can survive—and even thrive—in these conditions. If you want tough indoor plants, look into how fiddle leaf figs … Read more

It’s hard not to admire how a mandevilla can instantly turn a plain area or container into a bright, exotic mess of color. These climbing vines are usually pretty easy to take care of, making them a favorite of gardeners everywhere. Keep an eye out for these common diseases that affect mandevilla plants. If they … Read more

Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2024. It’s easy, fun, and free to try! Subhead. As a strawberry grower, few things are more frustrating than walking outside to find your strawberry plants covered in tiny, sap-sucking aphids. While aphids pose little threat to your health, they can ravage a … Read more

Cedar trees are often chosen by homeowners who want to add natural beauty to their yards and make them feel more private. These evergreen giants not only add visual appeal but also offer numerous environmental benefits. If you want to know how to plant cedar trees, these steps and tips will help them grow well … Read more

Tulips are a finicky flower. In many parts of the country, tulips may only bloom for a year or two before they die. When they do bloom, they are graceful and beautiful. People who garden may wonder, “Why do my tulips bloom for a few years and then die?” or “Will tulips come back the … Read more

A common problem is that the tips of peace lily plants turn brown. This is easy to fix if you know what’s going on. Make it happy by adjusting your care. Peace lilies are one of the most popular houseplants. Their lush green leaves and graceful white flowers can brighten up any indoor space. However, … Read more

With their cheerful daisy-like blooms in shades of orange yellow, pink, and white African daisies (Osteospermum species) are a favorite for gardens, containers, and landscapes. To keep these beauties looking their best and flowering prolifically, it’s important to know how to properly prune African daisy plants. Proper pruning encourages bushy, compact growth and stimulates abundant … Read more

2. The Rose of Sharon has leaves, flowers, and bark that can all be eaten. It has vitamin C and antioxidants called anthocyanins. 3. Current studies are showing promising results with the root bark for inhibiting the proliferation of lung cancer. The root bark is used by the Chinese as an anti fungal remedy. It … Read more

Mandarin trees, with their sweet fruit and attractive foliage, make a wonderful addition to any home garden. Propagating new mandarin trees from an existing tree allows you to create genetic clones of your tree which will bear identical fruit. This can be done through several methods like cuttings, seeds, air layering and grafting. In this … Read more