Swiss chard is a popular leafy green known for its colorful stems and healthy nutrient profile. However, you may notice your chard leaves turning brown during the growing season. Brown leaves on chard are usually a sign of stress or disease. Don’t despair – there are several common causes of brown leaves on Swiss chard … Read more
Spider plants are one of the most popular and easy to care for houseplants With their graceful, cascading foliage, spider plants add a tropical vibe to any indoor space But like all plants, they have preferences when it comes to their growing conditions. One key factor is humidity – so do spider plants like humidity? … Read more
Staking a fruit tree is crucial for supporting healthy growth and preventing damage, especially when the tree is young. As passionate gardeners, we want to ensure our fruit trees get off to the best start possible. In this comprehensive guide we’ll walk through the key steps and best practices for properly staking a fruit tree. … Read more
If you want to add a gorgeous, flowering tree to your yard but don’t want to wait years for a small sapling to grow propagating a catalpa tree from cuttings is the perfect solution. In just one growing season you can create a clone of your favorite catalpa variety from a simple stem cutting. Catalpa … Read more
Star of bethlehem (Ornithogalum umbellatum) is a beautiful flowering bulb that produces cheerful white blooms in spring With its star-shaped flowers and elegant arching foliage, this plant adds whimsical charm to any garden. Though star of bethlehem thrives with minimal care, some key growing tips will help you get the most out of these ornamental … Read more
Snake plants, also known as mother-in-law’s tongue or Sansevieria, are one of the most popular and hardy houseplants. Their sword-like upright leaves add great architectural shape to any indoor space Snake plants have a reputation for being hard to hurt, but they can have problems just like any other houseplant. To get your snake plant … Read more
Tulips are one of the most popular spring flowers. Their bright blooms make gardens look beautiful. A lot of gardeners treat them like annuals and plant new bulbs every fall. You can dig up tulip bulbs and plant them again for years of beauty. Learning proper techniques for digging up and storing bulbs ensures you … Read more
How to Get Rid of Wasps in Potted Plants – A Complete Guide Wasps can be a real nuisance when they start building nests in your potted plants. Their papery nests tucked into the soil can often go unnoticed until suddenly you have a full-blown wasp infestation buzzing around your patio. Getting rid of wasp … Read more
Putting pots in the ground to plant is a new way to garden that has benefits not found in traditional in-ground planting. Setting nursery pots or other containers into the ground so that the rim is at ground level is a way to garden that is often called “pot-in-pot.” You can plant flowers, vegetables, herbs, … Read more
Do Strawberry Plants Really Need a Lot of Sunlight? As a gardener, I know how important it is for big, sweet strawberries to get enough sun. But how much sun do strawberry plants really need? After years of experimenting in my own garden, I’ve learned a lot about how much sun strawberry plants need to … Read more