How the Christmas Cactus Came to Be
Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera spp.). Source: worldofsucculents.com An Original Story by the Laidback Gardener Once upon a time there was aContinue Reading
Category: Houseplants
Plants Get Used to the Care You Give
Your care is the best care. Source: clipartmax.com Are you a bit slow to water your houseplants? You forget toContinue Reading
Fun Facts About Hibiscus
The ever popular hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) is more versatile than we usually think. Source: wallpaperstock.net The Chinese hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)Continue Reading
Light your Plants Cool and Warm
Combine Cool White and Warm White tubes in the same lamp for good results with most houseplants. Source: edisontechcenter.org ItContinue Reading
Topsy-Turvy Houseplants: Cool or Cruel?
Two upside down plants in Sky Planters. Note the croton (left) is struggling to redirect its foliage. The yucca hasn’tContinue Reading
Watering Houseplants in Winter: Not So Simple
Sometimes you have to water houseplants more in winter, not less. Source: www.clker.com, pluspng.com & hugohd.com, montage: laidbackgardener.com I alwaysContinue Reading
When Mealybugs Attack!
Mealybugs tend to seem like white cottony masses, but if you look carefully, you can make out the individual pests.Continue Reading
Give Wilted Plants a Long Soak
This very drought-stressed peace lily (Spathiphyllum) really needs a good soaking! Source: www.kiwicare.co.nz You return from a trip to findContinue Reading
A Note From Your Poinsettia
Source: terryweaver.com, www.uihere.com & www.wallquotes.com, montage: laidbackgardener.blog Hello! I’m your poinsettia. I’ve been decorating your living room for a fewContinue Reading
Can I Grow a Date Tree From a Date?
Young date palms have simple, narrow leaves, much like grass. Source: Rachel Berner Question: About 2 years ago, I planted aContinue Reading