How To Deal With Snake Plant Split Leaves
My snake plant was a Mother’s Day present from my daughter, so I’m more attached to it than most of my houseplants. But since I’ve never owned one before, it’s also suffered a few mishaps while I’ve…
How To Stop Plant Pots Falling Over In Wind
New signs of spring appear every week at this time of year, and as I finally put another winter behind me, I’ve learned a few more lessons about how to protect my garden during the worst kinds…
Why Your Basil Plant Is Flowering (And What To Do About It)
Basil is primarily grown for its famously fragrant leaves. And I’ll be the first to admit that for a long time, it didn’t even occur to me whether it could flower. In fact, the first time one…
Begonia Cold Tolerance – A Gardener’s Guide
When I moved into my house, the garden was already stocked with several types of begonia. Which at the time I could only identify by using an app on my phone. I’ve learned a lot since then…
What To Plant With Basil And Benefits Of Companion Planting Your Herbs
I love to have a container full of herbs placed strategically close to my kitchen door. Basil is especially important because it’s a great way to give my cooking that extra burst of flavor. And a variety…
How To Move A Japanese Maple Without Killing It
When we moved into our house, I was thrilled to count eight Japanese maples left behind by the previous owners: one in the ground, one on an awkward slope, and six in large pots. But it’s clear…
Can Pumpkins Grow Vertically? Let’s Find Out About Climbing Pumpkins!
We love to raise a patch of pumpkins each year. They are fun to grow, and give a lot of pleasure to our grandchildren in the fall. For most of us, space for growing vegetables is limited….
Parsley Cold Tolerance: Will My Plants Cope With Winter Temperatures
Parsley is one of my favorite herbs. We use it in our family risotto recipe, and many other dishes. My rabbits love it too and we grow a lot of it. We have some in our herb…
Is It OK To Cut Dead Leaves Off A Banana Plant?
Is it OK to cut dead leaves off a banana plant? Removing dead leaves from a banana plant encourages new growth. But considering banana plants growing outdoors can reach anywhere from 20 to 40 feet, be prepared…
Peace Lily Cold Tolerance – How Cold is too Cold?
Peace lily cold tolerance is not great, since they are tropical plants. The peace lily is a perennial known for its striking dark green foliage, offset by white blooms and for its air-purifying abilities. This tropical plant…