Yellow Leaves on Rhododendrons? Here’s What to Do If you have rhododendrons in your garden, you may notice the leaves turning yellow from time to time. While some yellowing is normal, excessive yellow foliage is often a sign of trouble that requires action. In this article, I’ll explain the top causes of yellow rhododendron leaves … Read more
Do Olives Grow on Vines? Uncovering the Truth About Olive Trees One of the most famous fruits in the world, olives are linked to the Mediterranean climate and food. They are great for eating on their own or making olive oil because they are rich and oily. But where do olives really come from? Do … Read more
People love the sweet and nutty taste of butternut squash in the fall. As a winter squash, it has a tough skin that lets you keep it and use it all winter. However, butternut squash can be hurt by frost and freezing temperatures, just like most other plants. This makes a lot of people who … Read more
A cute pop of color can be added to garden beds, borders, and landscapes with groups of small pink flowers. These flowers grow in dense clusters on shrubs, perennials, annuals, and vines. They come in a range of soft pastel pinks to bright hot pinks. These plants are great for getting pollinators like butterflies, bees, … Read more
What’s Eating My Tomato Plant Stems? How to Identify and Stop These 6 Common Tomato Pests As a home gardener few things are more frustrating than walking out to your vegetable patch and finding entire stems of your prized tomato plants chewed through or missing leaves and fruit. While you were eagerly watching your tomatoes … Read more
Monstera plants are loved for their large tropical leaves. But those gorgeous green leaves can suddenly develop unsightly brown spots sending any plant parent into a panic. What causes these brown blemishes, and how can you restore your monstera to its unspotted glory? Read on to learn the reasons for brown spots on monstera leaves … Read more
If you don’t have room for a full-size tree, growing avocados in pots is a great way to enjoy these healthy fruits. If you know what to do, you can grow a fruitful avocado tree in a pot on your patio or balcony. This complete guide will teach you everything you need to know to … Read more
Bamboo is an interesting plant that is known for being able to grow quickly and in a lot of different ways. However, it is usually associated with the lush, tropical areas of Asia and South America. This is why it may come as a surprise that bamboo can also grow in the harsh, dry conditions … Read more
The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) is a popular holiday houseplant prized for its colorful and vibrant flowers that bloom towards the end of December. However, this eye-catching cactus can sometimes develop mysterious white spots on its flattened green stems, marring its beauty. If you’ve noticed these unsightly blemishes on your plant, don’t panic. In most … Read more
Watering plants properly is one of the most important aspects of growing healthy, thriving container plants. While there are some general guidelines, how much water your plants need can vary quite a bit based on pot size, plant type, environment and more. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through the key factors in determining the … Read more