There are only a few plants that are easier to grow than the ever-popular world-renowned herb, basil. What’s rarely known until experienced first-hand, though, is that basil is very susceptible to root rot. Root rot can become a recurring problem. There’s a sneaky fungus that lays dormant in soil, then strikes on weak plants that …
Plant Care
Pothos is an indoor plant and you can grow it in water. Surprisingly, for a plant that doesn’t need soil to grow, it can still come down with a serious bout of root rot. Take the proper steps for pothos plant care and it can live for a decade. Get it wrong though, it’ll give …
Jade plants are tree-like succulents that you’ll find in homes all around the world. It’s originally from South Africa and it can live for several decades. Jade is thought to bring luck and prosperity and that’s why it’s also known as a money plant. Although known as a very hardy plant, some plant parents tend …
The delicate flowers of the Hoya make a pretty addition to any home. This tropical plant comes from South India and it’s also known as the porcelain flower and wax plant. As a general rule, Hoyas are easy to care for and live for a long time so it’s a houseplant that’s worth investing in. …
Croton plants are brilliant and beautiful, prized for their colorful foliage. Though these houseplants are relatively easy to care for, occasionally, there are issues that may cause you to panic as a gardener. Croton leaf drop can be caused by numerous underlying issues, including insufficient sunlight, cold weather, over-or underwatering, or even diseases and pests. …
Rubber plants, or Ficus elastica, are some of the most popular houseplants you can grow – but they definitely aren’t the smallest as they can reach up to 100 feet in height according to Florida University. They grow quickly and voraciously, but the problem with their growth habit is that they tend to grow upward …
A member of the mallow or Malvaceae family, the hibiscus is a flowering subtropical plant known for its beautiful blooms with 5 petals according to Santhi Online. Hibiscus flowers come in almost every color you can think of and are especially popular in shades of red, pink, and orange. In this article, we are going …
Root rot in Peace Lilies. The peace lily (Order Spathiphyllum) has about 47 different varieties. It is one of the most popular houseplants due to its beautiful, shiny green leaves and gorgeous cupped flowers, reminiscent of a Calla lily. It’s the perfect plant to make your home look leafy and green, mixed with its elegant …
Originating in various regions from Malaysia and Sri Lanka to Southeast Asia and Southern India, Croton Petra is known for its vibrant foliage. The plant, which is also known as Codiaeum Variegatum pictum Petra or Golden Petra, is an evergreen perennial plant. It is classified as a broadleaf plant or shrub. The Croton Petra features …
The Stromanthe sanguinea goes more commonly by the name Stromanthe Triostar or simply Triostar or Tricolor according to the University of Florida. The University of Wisconsin-Madisons states that it is a tropical perennial from the maranta and prayer plant family (Marantaceae) family and is native to parts of the Brazilian jungles and rainforest. Its striking …