Rose Cuttings in a Potato
This article tackles a popular gardening technique: rooting rose cuttings in potatoes. While this method can work, it’s largely unnecessary.Continue Reading
Category: Gardening
My Orchid Has Limp, Wrinkled Leaves
Orchids have captivated gardeners for centuries with their exotic beauty and unique growing needs. Known for their delicate blooms andContinue Reading
Do You Know Your Birth Flower?
The tradition of assigning flowers to specific months dates back to ancient times, when they were used in rituals andContinue Reading
Don’t Kill Those Red Mites!
The red mites we sometimes see on plant leaves or stems aren’t always harmful. In this article, originally published onContinue Reading
Controlling Those #$@&%* Japanese Beetles
A well-known scourge of North American gardeners, the Japanese beetle is the focus of this article, originally published on JulyContinue Reading
Mushrooms in Your Houseplants?
In this article, originally published on November 21, 2016 and ranked as the 11th most viewed article, Larry Hodgson discussesContinue Reading
Browning Leaves on an Indoor Avocado
In this practical article, first published on November 15, 2018 and ranked as the 11th most viewed article, Larry HodgsonContinue Reading
Why Do Leaf Tips Turn Brown?
Brown tips on leaves can quickly become a source of concern. In this practical article, originally published on December 16,Continue Reading
Beginners Guide to Sowing Seeds Indoors
Starting seedlings at home can seem daunting at first. But with a little preparation, it’s an easy and rewarding process.Continue Reading
Sticky Leaves? Look Up!
Honeydew, the sticky substance left behind by insects such as aphids and mealybugs, can quickly become a real headache forContinue Reading