It’s October in the United States. Winter is coming. So why isn’t my Christmas Cactus blooming? Why Is My Christmas Cactus Not Blooming? The most likely reason why a Christmas Cactus is not blooming has to do with three conditions, namely, temperature, lighting, and water. All three have to be just right. Improper lighting, …
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Some orchids are essentially air plants brought to earth, and their roots need good air circulation and water circulation to survive. Even the American varieties that grow in soil need a vessel that drains well and does not crowd their roots. Thus, containers with holes will stimulate the growth and health of orchids. Consider air …
Originating from the lowland rainforests of Western Africa, the fiddle leaf fig grows large, upright leaves that fill a space with vibrance and sophistication. It is also known as Ficus Lyrata and extends to about 12 meters in its natural habitat. However, fortunately, in artificial or indoor conditions, it reaches up to 6 meters only. …
Fiddle-leaf figs are some of the most beautiful indoor plants I have ever grown, and I am very proud of them. So imagine my concern when I noticed my prized Ficus Lyrata or fiddle leaf fig was dropping leaves. Was my plant dying? What should I do? Here’s what I discovered. Fiddle Leaf Fig Dropping …
The fiddle leaf fig tree is fast becoming a popular ornamental tree, both inside and outside the home. The unique foliage and multiple branching make it an attractive décor item for any living space, bringing a bit of the outdoors into your home or office space. Problems with your fiddle leaf fig tree can arise …
Trimming refers to pruning but sounds less harsh. More than one method exists for trimming an orchid. You’ll need to select what method to use depending on your goal. For example, you use a different method to remove dead blossoms than you would trim the stem. Timing also differs, since some orchids bloom until late …
Knowing when to repot your fiddle leaf fig is something that can challenge many first-time ficus owners. Repotting is something that is essential to the care of the fiddle leaf fig, a member of the ficus species. If repotting is not done correctly, you can damage the plant and cause your ficus to die. …
Orchids require root trimming, which can freak out some novice gardeners. Annually, you must unpot or dig up your orchid to trim its roots. After you trim the dead stems, you uproot your plant and trim its roots, which results in improving its overall health. How To Cut Orchid Roots Trim the orchid using …
The majority of orchids are planted into specific potting mixes for orchids. But how to make a potting mix that is suitable for orchids? How to Make Orchid Potting Mix The orchid does not want to be planted in dirt. Orchids enjoy a variety of media that include things like perlite, lava rock, fir bark, …
If your orchid does not seem to be thriving, it could be an issue of root rot. It is terribly easy to rot the roots of an orchid- orchids like well-draining soil and sitting in water for any length of time can be disastrous. Root rot causes the roots to turn dark and squishy, so …