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QUESTION: My squash plants are starting to wilt. What’s wrong with my squash? How can I save them? -Kelly W ANSWER: There are several pests and problems that could be contributing to your squash plant problem. Here are several common squash problems to consider. One of the biggest squash problems is the pest squash vine borer. The adult vine borer is a red and black flying moth that can be spotted flying from plant to plant, or vine to vine, during the day....

In this guide, we’ll talk about when and how to harvest caraway seed at the peak of their flavor for consumption and future crops. Caraway, or Carum carvi, is a biennial herb that is entirely edible. It’s best known for its pungent fruit, or seed, that is used to flavor classic rye bread. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

There are around 65-70 species of cockroaches that live in the United States of America and one of them is the croton bug, which can be quite a nuisance, both at home and gardens. If you want to get rid of it forever, here are the Best Ways to Get Rid of German Cockroaches. Here’s how to get rid of roaches from your garden What are German Cockroaches? The German cockroach can be spotted in almost every American household....

The genus Aralia has some of the most unique plants that you can grow with ease indoors for greenery indoors. Here are the most Beautiful Pictures of Aralia Houseplants that you can take ideas from! Check out our article on the best pictures of blue foliage houseplants here Beautiful Pictures of Aralia Houseplants 1. Dwarf Ming Aralia Bonsai Tree A post shared by Leaf Me The Shell Alone (@leafmetheshellalone) 2. Balfourii A post shared by 🔒down: FunWithPlants By I&S (@lockdownfunwithplants)...

If outdoor gardening is restricted due to cold weather, these Indoor Winter Gardening Projects for December will keep your love for gardening going. Have a look at some fun indoor gardening projects here Indoor Winter Gardening Projects for December 1. Make a Christmas Tree of Potted Plants Yes! You can make your own Christmas tree using a bunch of potted houseplants. You just need a wooden structure in the shape of a tree to arrange them....

Whether your style is neon-lights-bright or understated splashes of pastel, there are plants available in all shapes and sizes to brighten up your winter. Winter can always use some brightening up. Especially if, like me, you spend much of the season indoors, relaxing and catching up on your gardening reading. A cheery houseplant (or three) might be just the companion you need for your winter rejuvenation. And many houseplants will last for years if you provide them with the proper care....

Use the open space in your patio effectively to make the best use of it with the help of these Backyard Patio Ideas and create a luxurious outdoor area! Have a look at some stunning patio wall decoration ideas here Best Backyard Patio Ideas 1. Minimalistic Decor Design your patio in a simplistic way by arranging a couch, center table, and corner plant in a light-colored planter. 2. Patio Dining Set a dining table and chairs surrounded by plants in your backyard patio....

Pink color brings inner peace, harmony, affection, and love. You can add these similar attributes to your indoor garden by growing houseplants with pink streaks, stripes, and smudges to have a dash of rosy hue in your home decor! Here are some of the best Pink Houseplants you can start with! Check out our article on pink flower names here Best Pink Indoor Plants 1. Pretty Pink Caladium Botanical Name: Caladium ‘Pretty Pink’...

With bold colors, large leaves, and unmistakable patterns, anthuriums have a certain charm about them that never goes unnoticed. Here are the most Fanciest Anthuriums Types you can grow for that tropical jungle look! Here’s all you need to know about growing Anthuriums Fanciest Anthuriums Types 1. Anthurium Ace of Spades Botanical Name: Anthurium crystallinum This fancy evergreen anthurium variety offers large, fuzzy, heart-shaped elongated green leaves that can grow up to 1-2 feet across, patterned in beautiful white veins....

You can learn more about how to grow eggplants in our guide. In this article, we’ll share the top five reasons why your eggplant blossoms are falling off – or why they fail to develop in the first place. There’s no greater feeling than carefully propagating your own eggplant (Solanum melongena), nurturing the seedlings, and watching the first star-shaped flowers bloom. And there’s no worse feeling than watching those hard-earned blossoms drop right off the plant and into the waiting dirt....

By Chris Lesley Building a chicken coop is a daunting task. After all, this will hopefully be your chickens’ happy home for years to come, and it feels imperative that every little detail be correct. Fortunately, hens aren’t particularly choosy, so a good chicken coop doesn’t need to be beautiful or state-of-the-art. While there are certain requirements that every chicken coop should meet, it can be difficult to figure out what those are....

Don’t let the limited space of your urban apartment stop the gardener inside you! Here are some exciting DIY Vertical Gardening Ideas that you can try. They are also super easy to implement! Check out our article on DIY tiny planters here! 1.Wooden Vertical Garden With an inbuilt watering system, this wooden vertical garden arrangement is the best way to grow your favorite plants and herbs. More details here! 2. Layered Vertical Garden The hanging arrangement of the layered structure makes this easy to install and remove....

by Bethany Hayes Gardening takes a lot of work and frequent watering, and it’s one of the reasons people steer away from having a vegetable garden. One way to grow more vegetable plants with less work and water is to use the core gardening method. Most people have never heard of core gardening, but it’s originated by gardeners in the Middle East who needed to grow food where there is little to no rain....

I’m here to tell you how and when these plants flower. But fair warning: The blooms appear just once per plant, as part of its natural reproductive cycle before it reaches the end of its life. Also known as houseleeks, Sempervivum varieties nicknamed “hens and chicks” are already easy to care for, and readily produce offsets to share or add to your own garden beds, container gardens, or terrariums. Is it too much to expect them to bloom, too?...

Durian fruit gets a bad rap sometimes. Some people think the ripe edible fruit smells like sewage or rot, while others think the opposite and really appreciate it. The flesh is described as custard-like and sweet by lovers of the fruit or like onion sauce by those who aren’t fans. Love it or hate it, durian fruit grows on a durian tree, and you can grow your own at home if you desire....

Want something festive and tasty? Nasturtium flowers perfectly embody the vibrancy of summer with their bright red, yellow, and orange and bold, peppery flavor. You’ll love how growing nasturtium quickly fills empty spaces in your garden – and your plate! Table of Contents Nasturtiums can be used just about anywhere and are ridiculously easy to grow. They’ll climb up fences, sprawl down walls, edge flower beds, cover the ground, and much more....

With no natural enemies in their environment, Japanese beetles are among the most devastating of all landscape pests in the United States. They attack hundreds of different kinds of plants, including trees, shrubs, turf grass, and vegetable crops. Each beetle doesn’t eat very much, but they feed in groups, starting at the tops of plants and working their way down. They feed most actively on warm, sunny days, preferring plants that are in direct sunlight....

By Julie Christensen If you’re looking for a tough, attractive bedding plant, look no further than Dusty Miller (Senecio cineraria). This plant, native to the Mediterranean, is reliably hardy in USDA plant hardiness zones 7 through 10, although with a little winter protection, it may survive as far north as zone 5. In mild regions, the plant is a subshrub perennial and grows to over 2 feet high. Beginning the second summer, the plant produces bright yellow flowers, which makes sense considering that it is related to sunflowers....

Garlic greens are one of the most versatile vegetables and can be used in many ways: from garnishing soups to salads for a mild & sweet garlic-y taste. It tastes similar to green onions and has an amazing flavor, whether you savor it raw or cooked. Read on to learn How to Grow Garlic Greens easily! Check out how to grow garlic indoors here What Are Garlic Greens? Garlic greens, also known as Springs and Baby Garlic, are young garlic plants with delicate leaves resembling scallions....

If you’ve been put off by the big bags of chopped kale found in your grocer’s fridge case, it’s likely because this one type of green is notorious for being tough, stringy, and pungent. Fortunately, there are many other types to choose from: Brassica oleracea var. acephala Kale has quickly become one of my favorite foods. In addition to having a very distinct flavor, which reminds me of a mild cabbage, it can be a versatile addition to almost any dish....