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Can Snails Live in a Closed Terrarium? A Look at the Delicate Balance of These Miniature Ecosystems

Closed terrariums are fascinating little worlds that encapsulate the beauty and balance of nature These self-sustaining ecosystems allow plants and small creatures to thrive in the enclosed space of a glass container But one question terrarium lovers often ponder is can snails happily live inside these miniature gardens? Let’s explore the nuances of bringing snails … Read more

plant pot covers for winter

Protecting Potted Plants in Winter with Covers As winter draws near, gardeners need to take steps to protect plants in pots that will stay outside. Because their roots are more exposed, plants in pots are more likely to get hurt in the winter than plants in the ground. There are a lot of different pot … Read more

Can You Plant Aloe Outside? A Complete Guide

Aloe is a popular succulent known for its healing properties and low maintenance care Many aloe owners wonder if it’s possible to plant their indoor aloe outside The short answer is yes, you can plant aloe outside depending on your climate. Here’s a complete guide on growing aloe outdoors. Where Can Aloe Be Grown Outside … Read more

Growing Agave Plants in Pots: A Complete Guide

Agave plants are well-known succulents that give gardens and landscapes a lot of architectural interest and bold texture. Because of their sculptural rosette shapes and sharp blue-green leaves, they make great wall plants. Even though agaves do well when planted in the ground, there are many benefits to growing them in pots. Container growing allows … Read more

Dealing with Tiny Orange Bugs on Outdoor Plants

As a gardener, few things are more frustrating than discovering tiny orange bugs crawling all over your treasured outdoor plants. While some small orange insects are harmless or even beneficial, others can wreak havoc on your garden if left unchecked. Over the years, I’ve had to fight my fair share of tiny orange pests. I’ve … Read more

Can You Start Seeds in Compost?

Compost is a nutritional powerhouse for plants and soils It contains a diverse array of organic matter, nutrients, and beneficial microbes. With all these properties, it may seem like compost would be an ideal medium for starting seeds. However, using compost for seed starting is somewhat controversial. Some gardeners swear that planting seeds right in … Read more