This category covers important items for growing, caring, and display of cacti, succulents, and other houseplants. They include potting soil, planters, fertilizers, terrariums, artificial lights, potting mixes, and other things that can enhance the well-being and beauty of your houseplants.
When choosing a location for a plant, it is important to consider the amount and intensity of sunlight that the plant needs. Some plants, such as cacti, need direct sunlight to thrive while others prefer indirect sunlight. So, is the light through the window direct or indirect? Light through the window is considered indirect only…
Insecticidal soap and neem oil are popular organic insecticides used for treating different types of pests on plants, including aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, mealybugs, thrips, and scale insects. While both of these organic insecticides are considered safe on plants and animals, they have different properties and abilities. In summary, here’s what to know about neem…
Gardeners are encouraged to repot their container plants every 1 to 2 years to prevent problems arising from overcrowded roots, depleted nutrients, pests, and diseases. Fresh potting soil is definitely expensive, and it can be burdening when dealing with many plants. So, can you reuse potting soil? Yes, reusing potting soil can be cost-effective and…
Maintaining proper humidity levels is crucial for the overall health and growth of plants, especially for tropical and houseplant species that require higher levels of moisture. Proper humidity levels promote healthy foliage and prevent common problems such as leaf yellowing, wilting, and fungal diseases. Humidity levels in homes tend to decline during the winter months…
Water running straight through soil is a common problem in container gardening. This is when potting soil won’t absorb water causing it to quickly run through and out of the bottom of the pot. This can lead to plants not getting the water they need to survive, resulting in yellowing, wilting, and even death of…
Overwatering soil is a common problem among gardeners. It occurs when too much water is applied to the soil when watering the plants. This causes poor drainage and deprivation of oxygen in the soil. As a result, the plants get damaged as they are unable to absorb the necessary nutrients and oxygen from the soil….
Bottom watering can benefit cacti and other houseplants that don’t like having wet leaves. This method allows the soil and roots to soak water from the bottom up rather than from the top. However, timing is important in preventing overwatering and water not reaching the top. It’s worth noting that reverse watering takes about 15…