Gnats in houseplants are annoying. Known as fungus gnats, they are actually small flies, about 1/8-inch long, that are drawn to moist potting soil and decaying plant material at the base of houseplants. While th
What Causes Brown Tips on Plant Leaves?
Brown leaf tips on palms may be caused by one or more of the following: Dryness. If the palm is not getting enough water, or if the humidity is too low, the leaf tips will turn brown. Water more frequently and on
What Is the Sticky White Residue on my Plants?
Sticky residue on plant foliage can come from the feeding of any number of insects with piercing-sucking mouthparts. Aphids, scale, and mealybugs are common culprits. If the stickiness is associated with waxy whit
Matching Plants and Pots There are pots and baskets to fitevery plant and personality. Most houseplants today are sold in standard plastic pots. Some plant owners prefer to replace these pots. They choose from p
A Guide to Homemade Potting Soil
What is Potting Soil and How is it Different Than Garden Soil? Whether you use it with houseplants indoors, or for window boxes outside, potting soil is an essential element in any garden container. Thats becaus
Can I Start New Plants from Babies Dangling from My Spider Plant?
Yes, the spider plant is one of the easiest plants to propagate. If you look closely at the babies, or plantlets, youll see some little knobs on the underside of the cluster of leaves. Those are root initials. If
Plant Grow Lights: Which Kind to Choose
continue reading below HID Plant Grow Lights The brightest grow lights are high-intensity discharge (HID) lights. They can be installed anywhere in your home, garage, or greenhouse to supplement exist
Spring Light for the Tabletop This lantern project creates an elfin garden blooming with spring color and aglow with twinkly fairy lights for magical effect. continue reading below Materials You
Creative Terrariums: Your How-To Guide to Succulents and Moss
Succulent Garden: What You Need Succulents come in a variety of textures and colors and are easy to grow and maintain. Heres what you need to make your own. Small rocks or gravel Glass container with a wide mouth
Lighting Basics for Indoor Plants The Christmas cactus needs shortdays to flower properly. Light is vital to plants, yet each type of indoor plant, and sometimes individual plants within a type, demand different
The growing tips of many plants will produce vigorous new plants when cut and rooted properly. continue reading below How to Propagate Step 1 1. To propagate new plants from most multistemmed housep
continue reading below Have no fear of growing plants in your home; most are perfectly safe. But if you have inquisitive children and pets who may want to chew or crush plants, there are a few varietie
continue reading below When I was a kid, I thought Venus flytraps really did come from Venus. Their gaping bifold jaws with spiky fringed "teeth" seemed alien enough, but when an insect lande
Silver Sprinkles, Spikemoss, and Weeping Fig continue reading below 1. Silver Sprinkles Plant (Top Left) Allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering, and protect it from hot afternoon sun. It forms
continue reading below Selecting Orchids Look beyond the pretty face when deciding which orchid to grow indoors. First, assess the growing conditions you can offer an orchid, and make your choice from there.
The English pop-rock group The Hollies, who once sang, "All I need is the air that I breathe," could have been referring to air plants. There are more than 650 types of air plants (Tillandsia spp.) that
Why Do Houseplant Leaves Turn Brown on the Tips?
When houseplants get brown tips on their leaves, its generally an indication of poor watering habits. The best way to water a houseplant is to thoroughly flush it until water runs freely out the drainage holes. Sh
Top 10 Succulent Plants for the Home
Succulent Overview Succulent plants are trendy for a reason. With juicy leaves, stems, or roots, succulents form a vast and diverse group of plants, offering easy-care choices for your home. Plus, they look stunni
Thyme: Planting, Growing, and Harvesting
Thyme is a small perennial shrub with lots of branches and light purple to pink flowers. It’s aromatic and
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