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…
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…
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…
Can You Grow Pumpkins In A Pot?
Are you short on space in your veg beds, and wondering ‘can you grow pumpkins in a pot instead?’ Some pumpkin varieties will thrive in a pot provided you keep them evenly watered and well fed. But…
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. Why are my pumpkin leaves…
What Is The Best Time Of Day To Water Plants?
In this article we take a look at what time of day is best to water plants, according to evidence. What time of day is best to water plants? Watering plants in the morning vs evening What…
Identifying and Treating White Spots On Pumpkin Leaves
White spots on pumpkin leaves can be very disheartening. These ashy, pale patches are most likely a fungus called powdery mildew that attacks many different plants, including pumpkins. Leaving it untreated could result in slowing down your…
Why Do I Have Pumpkin Plant Flowers But No Fruit?
Growing pumpkin plant flowers but no fruit is seriously disappointing. Huge green leaves and yellow flowers have such promise, yet there are no pumpkins to be seen. There are a number of reasons why this happens. The…
Tomato Plant Leaves Turning White
The most common causes of tomato plant leaves turning white are damage caused by overexposure to the sun, especially in young plants. Sun scorching is irreversible, but some other causes of white spots on tomato leaves can…