Question: How do you repot herbs? My herb plants have overgrown their containers. -Heather R. Answer: You’ll know that your herbs have outgrown their pots and must be transplanted to larger containers if their growth stops or slows down, if they start becoming wilted or have crunchy brown foliage even when plenty of water is provided, or if their roots snake through the container’s drainage holes or are visible on the soil’s surface....
Here’s everything you need to know about How Not To Kill Plants In Containers. Follow these handy tips to keep your indoor plants happy and healthy! Check out our article on how to dispose of diseased and damaged plants here How Not To Kill Plants In Containers 1. Overwatering Many new gardeners believe that the more they water, the better. All plants (including non-potted plants) have different watering needs. The easiest solution to avoid this problem is knowing the moisture level required by each plant....
We will describe the many facets of this virus and how to control it. Turnip mosaic virus (TuMV) can be a severe disease on cabbages and other types of brassicas. Many weeds are hosts to this virus. This makes the situation worse for growers of cole crops, since aphids are a key source for this virus. The weeds can harbor both the aphids and the virus. Since there is no cure for turnip mosaic virus, control is of paramount importance....
And cultivating a survival garden is not just about preparing for the worst. Growing enough food for your family has many wonderful benefits. It is impossible to know exactly what the future may hold, but if you want to be as ready as possible for a potential emergency, growing your own food is one of the most useful things you can do. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
Did you know that you can grow an avocado tree from the pit of an avocado that you buy at any grocery store? Yes, it’s true. The avocado pit is the seed. We go through avocados pretty quickly at our house, which means I have an abundant supply of avocado pits to experiment with! Growing an avocado plant from the pit is fun, and I’ll show you exactly how to do it in this step by step guide....
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you enjoy growing vining plants with brightly colored flowers? If so, you should check into growing the cypress vine. The cypress vine looks a lot like a cardinal climber with its wispy green foliage and bright red blooms. The reason being is the cardinal climber is a hybrid of the cypress vine. You may also know this plant by the name hummingbird vine, cardinal plant, or star glory....
The large number of plants in this genus also means the options are wide open, in terms of selecting the right salvia for your garden. Salvia spp. Salvia, a genus of plants in the mint (Lamiaceae) family with nearly a thousand members, is known for its toughness. Heat tolerant, chill tolerant, drought tolerant, impervious to pests and disease, deer resistant — salvia takes a lickin’ and keeps on blooming beautifully....
Read on for everything you need to know to grow small globe thistle, E. ritro, in your gardens. Echinops ritro Small globe thistle, Echinops ritro, is a perennial member of the Asteraceae family that includes sunflowers, daisies, globe artichokes, and asters. It is suited to cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8. Also called Southern globe thistle, this flower is native to Europe and Asia. Its most noteworthy features are its blue to blue-purple color, tall stature, and prickly foliage....
While you might not want to make perfume from the plant’s stems, the good news is that the stink repels would-be pests such as deer and rabbits. Ericameria laricifolia A gift from the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts, sun-loving turpentine bush is native to the southwestern United States, including southeastern California, west Texas, southern New Mexico, and southern Arizona, as well as north-central Mexico. And in addition to tolerating blistering desert heat, this tough evergreen shrub can also withstand temperatures as low as 10°F....
Read on to learn about these diseases and how to control them. Turnips and rutabagas are vulnerable to a number of diseases caused by bacteria, fungi, oomycetes, and viruses. Many of these pathogens affect the leaves of the plants and ruin the ability to eat or sell the greens. Others damage the turnip or rutabaga roots. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
Painting terracotta pots is a fun way to add color to your home or garden. In this tutorial for how to paint terracotta pots you’ll also learn: what paint to use on terracotta plant pots, how to prepare your pots for painting, and how to seal clay pots. Tired of the traditional look of terracotta plant pots? Spice them up with a fresh coat of paint. Add a bit of color to your garden by adding hand painted plant pots that fit your style....
Shrubs Lacecap hydrangeas are a wonderful addition to any garden. But if you've never grown them before, where do you start? Lacecaps can be a bit pickier than other types of hydrangea, so it's important to understand all their needs before you begin planting. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago highlights every step you'll need to follow when growing lacecap hydrangeas this season. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 18, 2022 | 10 min read Hydrangeas are ever-popular shrubs in home gardens everywhere....
Flowers Are you thinking of adding petunias to your garden this season? Blooming in many different colors, these beautiful flowers are a summer staple in the flower garden all over the world. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley takes you through every aspect of growing petuinas and their care. By Paige Foley Last updated: January 6, 2023 | 12 min read A classic garden favor, petunias are sure to paint your garden in numerous colors with long lasting blooms....
A special clock Phenological events are amazing timekeepers. Natural events occur in the exact same order every year, many times with plant-based phenological events corresponding to the appearance of particular insects. For example, in Ohio, black vine weevil adults always emerge a few days after the American yellowwood trees are at full bloom, the eggs of Eastern tent caterpillars always hatch just as the first forsythia flower opens, and greater peach tree borers emerge as adults exactly when the Northern catalpa tree begins to flower....
Anyone who likes Asian cooking is likely to be a fan of the lemongrass plant. With its lemony, slightly-bitter citrus flavor and aroma, it’s commonly used in food. Table of Contents But what very few realize is that it’s fairly easy to grow at home if you’re in a warm climate. Even cooler-climate gardeners can grow it outdoors during the late spring and summer. It’s easy to bring a small clump indoors for the cold months, allowing you to grow it year-round!...
Stepping out to your garden beds to harvest bell peppers for salsa, or padrón peppers to grill, will make all the garden labor worth it! Packed with antioxidants and other health benefits, this favorite summer plant adds color and spice to homemade meals. Peppers like full sun, but in cooler climates, peppers can be planted in pots in a greenhouse or placed indoors near a sunny window. Growing peppers in pots is a great option if you don’t have the conditions to grow a full crop of peppers outdoors....
As varied as the Pilea family is, the Pilea Glauca stands out for its cascade of mini-leaves sprinkled with silver “fairy dust.” This newly popular variety doesn’t have an official name yet – but, despite a few quirks, it already has many fans. Let’s look at everything you need to know about Pilea glauca care. To provide good Pilea glauca care, place your plant in bright indirect light and grow in well-draining soil that stays slightly moist but never soggy: the top half-inch should dry out between waterings....
If you’ve never planted carrot seeds before, you might be expecting a complex process. But nothing could be further from the truth. They get a bad wrap because they can be finicky. But growing carrots seeds is actually very easy once you know how. So, if you’re ready to finally be successful, then this is for you! Below I will walk you through all that you need to know in order to grow carrots from seed, step by step....
Table of Contents What are Plasma Grow Lights?How do Plasma Grow Lights Work?Benefits to Plasma Grow LightsBroader Spectrum of LightUses Less EnergyLonger LifespanDeeper Light PenetrationDownsides to Plasma LightsCostHeat OutputLumens OutputNew and Less TestedPlasma vs. LED LightsPlasma vs. HPS LightsPlasma vs. Compact Fluorescent LightsSo, Should You Use Plasma Lights?Before You Buy…Your Growing SpaceYour BudgetBest Plasma Grow LightsGavita Pro 1000 DEAlphalite Table of Contents If you’re familiar with indoor grow lights and their development over the years, you know that there’s a lot of hot air and competition in the industry....
Triostar stromanthe is a great plant to keep in rooms with its vivid pastel stripes, having beautiful colors embedded into it. If you too want to include it in your houseplant collection, then here are all the details on Stromanthe Triostar Care Indoors! Check out our article on hibiscus care indoors here How to Propagate Stromanthe Triostar The easiest way to multiply Stromanthe Triostar is by division. During spring or summer, take the mother plant out of the pot and using clean shears or knife, cut away the clumps after separating the rhizomes....
