You know how it is – you see a gorgeous plant, and before you even realize it, your hand is reaching for the pot, and you’re excitedly bringing home a new green buddy. But sometimes, the plant quickly loses its beauty and seems ready to leave this world. It means you’re doing something wrong. So …
Have you ever had a snake plant grow so tall that it falls over? When growing snake plants for a long time, their leaves often become too long and weak. In this article, I will review the causes of excessive growth in snake plant leave and the countermeasures for those dealing with overgrown plants. Once …
Allowing peperomia to become overgrown (etiolated) can result in new problems, such as falling over. Therefore, it is important to prune to get rid of the overgrown parts quickly. In this article, I’ll describe the easy-to-follow steps for pruning peperomia and discuss the factors that lead to excessive growth. Do Not Let The Peperomia Get …
Overwatering is one of the few issues that can kill your otherwise drought-tolerant lavender. You’ve overwatered your lavender if the potting soil is always wet and the leaves turn yellow. You can save your overwatered lavender by: What Does Overwatered Lavender Look Like? If you have overwatered your lavender, your plant will first display lushness …
It’s been four years since I got my first monstera plant, and I was excited about it. But I soon realized I was overly concerned with its growth, leading me to water it too often initially. And when its growth stopped, I panicked and watered it even more. Little did I know that this was …
Hostas are gorgeous ornamental plants that can bring a touch of succulent beauty to any garden. While they’re generally hardy, these plants can be vulnerable to leaf-eating pests and insects that threaten their health. If you notice any visible damage to your hosta, it’s time to take action! Treating diseases as soon as they appear …
The Umbrella plant is a tough little plant that can forgive neglect. But you need to follow the rules, like giving it too much water or putting it at the wrong temperature, or else you can have severe problems. The leaves will start getting spots, turn yellow, and fall off. If you don’t fix things …
If you’ve tried to create a cozy little plant oasis in your home, you probably know the struggle of dealing with pesky thrips. They’re like tiny, annoying vampires that suck the life out of your plants. And if you don’t handle them with care, they can be a real pain in the butt. We recently …
Have you ever watered your houseplants in the summer, only to find mold growing on them the next day? It’s not uncommon to see white or yellow, hair-like mold covering the surface of the soil, which can be unpleasant. But, if you don’t take care of it, mushrooms may start to grow over time. You …
Do you have a corn plant (Dracaena) at home that you’ve been struggling to keep alive? Are you worried that it might be on the brink of dying because the leaves are turning brown and yellow, or the stalk has lost all its leaves? Maybe the stem is rotting, or the bark is peeling off. …