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…
Begonia Amphioxus: A Complete Guide
Begonia amphioxus, also known as a Butterfly Begonia, is a tropical begonia species with distinctive elongated red-and-green leaves. This is a small plant so if you are looking for extravagant growth this might not be the right…
Do Pumpkins Need A Lot Of Water?
Do pumpkins need a lot of water, or can they tolerate a bit of drought? Pumpkins are 70-90% water, so unsurprisingly the growing vines need a lot of watering. In fact when I calculated exactly how much…
Growing Pumpkins In A Pot – Tips And Techniques
If you are short on space in your veg beds, you may be tempted to grow your pumpkins in a large pot instead. Some pumpkin varieties will thrive in a pot provided you keep them evenly watered…
Calathea Medallion Sunburn
Welcome to our complete troubleshooting guide to Calathea medallion sunburn. If your Calathea medallion plant is looking worse for wear after too much direct sunlight, we’ll help you set it back on the road to health. Calathea…
Pumpkin Leaves Turning Yellow
Welcome to our complete guide to what causes pumpkin leaves to turn yellow, when yellow pumpkin leaves mean a big problem for the plant, and how to treat vines with yellow foliage. Pumpkin leaves turning yellow could…