Rooting Wisteria From Cuttings
I count myself lucky because my garden came with two pretty wisterias already growing in it. One traditional purple, and one white. The only problem was, they were growing in the wrong places. The first was basically…
Homemade Plant Food Tomatoes Love
Tomatoes are notoriously greedy plants. They’ll slurp all the nutrients out of fresh compost in a matter of weeks, and need topping up with fertilizer every week after that. If you’re growing your own produce to save…
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…
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?
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. Why are my pumpkin leaves…
What Is The Best Time Of Day To Water Plants?
You’ve probably noticed that the gardening community is generally divided into two camps. Those who water first thing in the morning, as soon after the sunrise as possible. And those who water in the evening around sunset….