If you own peperomia, you’ve got one of the most challenging and most easy-going houseplants. But this tough plant can sometimes be susceptible to issues that make it look sulky and sorry for itself. This article will explain the potential causes of your peperomia dying and how to fix them. Watering issues, both underwatering and…
Earlier this year, my hydrangeas’ fresh sprouts burst forth in a vibrant green hue. I decided to sprinkle lime around the root zone in the soil – a move that usually results in pink hydrangeas – and transferred them to larger pots. However, after a while, the leaves shifted to a shade of red, and…
Yellow spots in Plumeria (Frangipani) leaves are unsightly. Plumeria is tough, beautiful plants that generally thrive indoors. Unhealthy plants develop diseases causing yellow spots on leaves, rust, or yellow wilted growth tips. Yellow Spots on Plumeria or Frangipani leaves can be caused by too much or too little light, temperatures below 60°F (15°C). Rust and…
The Areca Palm Leaves, also known as Dypsis lutescens, is one of the most popular indoor plants that can greatly improve the style of your room. Thanks to its attractive long fronds. But sadly, it’s also one of the hardest to maintain due to its high susceptibility to discoloration (yellowing). Thus begging the question why?…
A well-tended Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) is a spectacular treat in any indoor gardener’s collection, but it may surprise you to learn just how fragile this elegant tropical truly is. Their dramatic foliage is vulnerable to damage, surprisingly fragile, and prone to splitting Splits in your Bird of Paradise plant leaves are a natural…
I’m a big fan of crotons with their delightfully colorful foliage, but I’ve to admit that they can be a little fussy. You shouldn’t turn a blind eye to drooping leaves, as it’s almost always an indication that something is off. But don’t panic – I’ll explain the common causes of drooping croton and show…
The jade plant, also known as Crassula Ovata, (money tree or lucky tree) is one of the easiest rainforest variants to go with any indoor setup. With its succulent, oval leaves, and bluish-green edges. But it’s also the easiest to perish as it requires less water for growth and maintenance. Thus making it vulnerable to…
You are reading this article because have a rubber plant whose leaves are drooping and you want to revive it. Whatever your reason, you have come to the right place. Your rubber plant’s leaves will be drooping because it is not in conditions suitable for it. Rubber plants are at home in tropical forests and…
Often called the bottle tree, your Ponytail Palm is not a palm at all, and this may well be why your plant has started to look unhappy. Overwatering is the most common reason for ponytail palms dying. The Ponytail Palm is a succulent, and misunderstanding can lead to this plant being overwatered and developing root…
Coffee grounds are a great addition to your gardening toolbox as a natural fertilizer, soil improver, or to keep pests at bay. However, as with humans, not all plants like coffee! It’s also vital to use coffee grounds in a way that won’t harm your plants or the microorganisms in the soil. The simple answer…