Potatoes are consumed in many tasty culinary delights that we all enjoy. This useful vegetable is an essential ingredient in numerous dishes and bakery goods. It is the first choice of children and is equally popular among adults. As nutritious and delicious as this vegetable is, it may begin to cause problems when grown in an …
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Rubber trees, officially known as Ficus Elastica are popular as medium-sized house plants or as wonderful indoor trees. They can expand to remarkable heights within a few years, particularly if you place the plants outside during the summer. There are multiple variants available such as the Burgundy Rubber plant and the Variegated Rubber plant. Putting …
Begonias are mostly grown for striking foliage, while some have vibrant flowers. Begonias can grow between 1 to 3 feet (30-91cm). Their short stature allows for placements in any part of the house or office. While Begonia’s are generally easy to care for, they are still plagued by certain issues. One such condition is white …
Aphids and thrips are two of the most commonplace indoor or outdoor garden pests and can really stress plant parents out because of the damage they deal with plants. These freeloading insects not only feed on the plants’ nutrients and make them lose vigor, but they also leave unpleasant stains and distortions on the foliage. …
Spider mites are pests that are commonly found in areas where the weather is hot and the wind is dry. These pests can be found on both indoor and outdoor plants. It is important to treat a plant as soon as possible if it has been infected with spider mites in order to keep it …
Impatiens have bright and colorful blooms and can thrive in low light conditions. Their remarkable bright colors and ability to grow in shady places makes them look like vibrant beacons of light among the dark. Impatiens are a resistant species and do not require much care to thrive. Also known as Busy Lizzie, they are …
Coffee plants are famous members of the flowering Rubiaceae family. I love their intense scent, red berries, and creamy star-shaped flowers. People also adore them for their oval-shaped, glossy green leaves. If you grow these plants, you will notice that some leaves have zigzag or jagged edges. Unfortunately, your plant leaves can discolor or turn …
Pumpkins are edible fruits that are grown for food or recreation. The leaves of this North American native are round, large, and lobed with three or more veins. Pumpkin leaves wilt by turning yellow and drooping. If the leaves on your Pumpkin are also wilting, continue reading to find out the possible causes and solutions. …
Cacti are great plants for busy plant lovers. They can be grown with little hassle. Cacti and Succulents are often low maintenance because they need less care, water, and food than other houseplants. White spots on cacti, however, are one of the few problems you might have to deal with eventually. What Causes White Spots …
One of the most common problems for houseplant owners is an infestation of their dear plants by insects. The topic for today’s discussion is how to control millipedes in houseplants. Do not be alarmed if you find Millipedes around your plant; as scary as they might look, eliminating them is fairly easy, and they do …