Some trees and shrubs have a bad reputation for being susceptible to diseases: lilacs to powdery mildew, junipers to juniper tip blight, flowering crabapples to apple scab, elms to Dutch elm ...
As a houseplant, the ZZ plant is relatively easy to care for. It tolerates low levels of light but thrives in areas of bright, indirect light, is forgiving of an ...
Discover where to place a heartleaf philodendron, according to feng shui experts. This houseplant can strengthen emotional ...
Leaves droop when thirsty, then stand back up after watering, so it is easier to keep on track than plants that fail silently ...
Plants fail in bottles and jars for boring reasons: no drainage, stagnant water, and roots that never get enough oxygen. Too ...
A Manitou Springs florist discovered her 1892 building's cold floors were killing indoor plants when frigid air rose through ...
SALT LAKE CITY — One of the most important factors in keeping houseplants healthy is providing adequate light. During winter, ...
Yellowing leaves on philodendrons often indicate too little or too much water. Other reasons for yellowing leaves are fungal infections, pests, and nutrient deficiencies. Repotting every couple of ...
Some of the most striking houseplants are succulents with unusual leaves. Unlike blooms that fade, unique foliage can steal ...
Last week, I started a short series on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and focused on the “what.” Today, the next step is diagnosing the specific problem. Before picking up a pesticide and spraying ...
Q: How reliable are plant identification apps? I’ve tested several plant identification apps and have found them surprisingly, but not completely, accurate. You simply snap a photo of the plant in ...
From the Dutch Tulip Mania in the 1600s to today's rare tropical houseplants, people in the plant world have always gotten caught up in seeking rare treasures. Ultra-rare houseplants recently became ...