Are you looking for that feature that will grab your visitors’ attention? Think of hanging a Staghorn fern on something striking or unusual, or just on your wall, and you will have just that. How to hang a Staghorn fern? A Staghorn needs to be hung or mounted on something that will support it …
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Growing an air plant sounds like an easy option: All they need is air, don’t they? It’s not, in fact, quite that simple and your air plant may wilt and begin dying if the conditions are not quite right. Why is my air plant dying? If an air plant is dying, it has most …
Have you ever been at someone’s home only to have your breath stolen by the sight of the most beautiful begonia you’ve ever laid eyes on? I’ve been there, and my first comment is usually, “Please, may I take some for a cutting?” Yep, I discovered quickly in my plant collecting days how to propagate …
For versatility and color in your garden, plant assorted coleus in beds or borders. Coleus also makes an excellent container plant, thriving during summer sun in groups native to the tropics. Cultivate lush and healthy coleus plants with some tips from gardening experts. Want to grow beautiful, colorful Coleus? Keep reading to find out how! …
The first time I saw yellow mold in my plant soil, I thought something had died or perhaps an alien had landed there. Seeing this bubbly, slimy, and disgusting-looking blotch on the soil under my lavender bushes was so strange. What was it? Yellow Mold in Plant Soil Yellow mold in plant soil, scientifically known …
Ficus trees, otherwise known as fig trees, are excellent plants for beginning gardeners due to their rapid growth rate, but the speed of growth can vary between Ficus species. Whether you have recently planted a full-sized Ficus tree in your yard or have a smaller bonsai plant in your home, you may want to know …
Getting rid of orchid bugs in the soil can be challenging, even for an experienced gardener like myself. First, you have to determine which species of bug is infesting your orchid. Common orchid pests include mealybugs, scale bugs, and aphids. Once you’ve determined which species of insect is the culprit, you can choose between natural …
Jade plants are both beautiful and easy to grow. However, while caring for a Jade plant is generally pretty straightforward, ensuring that it has a full, bushy appearance can be quite a challenge. Read on to learn how to achieve that lush, bushy look for your cherished “Lucky plant.” How to Make a Jade Plant …
I have always been interested in cacti. This unique type of plant can be dangerous, yet beautiful. I decided to learn more about cacti by looking up the answers to some questions I had, such as “How fast do cactus grow?” I learned that cacti tend to grow slowly and that the growth rate can …
English ivy is a hardy plant known for its rambling growth on fences, tree trunks, walls, and other surfaces. Also known as Hedera Helix, English ivy is a popular plant both indoors and outside and grows easily and abundantly with very little attention or assistance. Given its unfussy nature, it’s important to recognize signs that …