I don’t want to paint too rosy a picture, though – in some cases, a plant that starts drooping already has a serious condition known as root rot, and you may not be able to bring it back to life. When it’s been growing vigorously and then begins to wilt, your Anthurium houseplant is trying to tell you something. Whether you’re tending an A. andraeanum or A. scherzerianum with its colorful, heart-shaped spathes, or a species like A....

This guide will break everything down to its most basic parts so you can jump in without feeling like you’re in way over your head. Whether you’re looking to dip your toe into the big world of bonsai or you just nabbed a cute little tree on impulse at the store, you’re probably wondering how to handle your first plant. At its most basic, bonsai is a beautiful example of the intersection of art and horticulture....

We’ve compiled everything you need to know about these sap-sucking pests, so you’ll know how to deal with them when they show up on your apples or landscape trees. Eriosomatinae Just in case there weren’t enough white waxy insects for you to tell apart already, such as scales and mealybugs, here is another fluffy type. Now introducing the shrub- and tree-loving woolly aphid, an insect that takes the waxy coating game to a whole new level....

1. Tree Trunk Planter Upcycle rotten tree trunk pieces to create a rustic succulent planter for your garden or home. Get the instructions at My Repurposed Life. 2. Tree Branch Planter Hollow out tree logs with a spade bit and plant your succulents as you normally do. Find the detailed tutorial here. 3. Succulent Planter Branch This wooden succulent planter was made using a tree branch. Here are the details....

Here’s the lineup: Spiderworts make very low maintenance houseplants that are ideal for beginning gardeners. They are also available in a dazzling array of unique cultivars. In our guide to growing spiderwort, we cover how to cultivate this tropical plant indoors. And in this article, we look at the diverse varieties that come in both solid and variegated foliage, and some truly lovely color combinations. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

Basket plant or Callisia Fragrans is a stunning low-maintenance specimen that looks quite fabulous with its flowing foliage, resembling bromeliads! As a subtropical species, it requires a warmer climate to thrive. Let’s find out more about Callisia Fragrans care. Other Names: Basket Plant, Chain Plant, Inch plant Learn everything about Ti plant care here Propagating Callisia Fragrans The easiest and direct way to propagate these plants is by stem cutting. Take 4-6 inches long cutting from a healthy parent plant and grow it directly in the garden soil or pot....

However, if you’d like to gather the seeds to plant in a different place or to perhaps share with a neighbor, read on to learn how to harvest and store these orbs of new life. Sweet peas (Lathryrus odoratus) are vintage charmers that are as lovely and welcome in the garden today as they were when Grandma planted them decades ago. In addition to offering a rainbow of hues and an alluring fragrance, sweet peas also generously self-seed, so if you’re looking to expand your existing patch, just let your plants go to seed, and you’ll be set....

Our parsnip growing guide has all you need to know to raise your own crop, and our article on the health benefits of parsnips zeroes in on this root vegetable’s nutrient content. The parsnip, Pastinaca sativa, is a biennial root vegetable in the Umbellifer family that is usually grown as an annual, with a harvest at the first season’s end. It looks like a white carrot, but is sweeter and richer in heart-healthy folate....

But, why does it do that? Drosera spp. You may have heard of the Venus flytrap, one of the most well-known carnivorous plants in the world – but have you heard of its cousin, the sundew? While the Venus flytrap puts on an action-packed show, snapping closed dramatically when it traps insects, the sundew employs more subtle tactics. It quietly produces sap that lures smaller insects in for a taste, and ensnares them more passively, and without as much pomp....

Here’s how you can grow them in your own little vegetable patch. Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis Bok choy (or pak choi), literally translated from Chinese, means “white vegetable,” but the irony is that only the stalks near the center of the plant are white. The outer leaves are beautiful shades of light purple or green, and seem to open out like supporting ballerinas arching back to reveal the star of the show – the compact-headed, bulbous-bottomed central stalks and leaves....

Here’s what’s to come in this article: Trigonella foenum-graecum Looking for a new, versatile crop to enjoy? Why not try your hand at growing fenugreek? Not only does this herb make an attractive addition to the garden, its medicinal value, soil building properties, and enticing flavor and aroma make this easy-to-grow annual one you don’t want to miss out on! We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

I’m going to cover everything you’ll need to know to take care of this star of a prayer plant. Ready to begin? Stromanthe thalia ‘Triostar’ Are you looking for a plant that will remind you of its presence every single day? If so, you might not find a better candidate than the vivacious ‘Triostar.’ This houseplant has vibrantly colored leaves that will prevent you from ever setting it and forgetting it....

There are white, purple, orange, and green varieties with a range of healthy attributes, including vitamins B, C, and K, as well as beta carotene and fiber. Brassica oleracea var. botrytis Cauliflower, Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, is a vegetable in the Brassicaceae family that includes broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, collards, kale, and kohlrabi. It is a cool-weather crop often referred to as a “brassica” or “cole crop,” with edible heads, leaves, and stems....

As if there aren’t already enough diseases to worry about when you’re growing tomatoes, add Septoria leaf spot to the list. Septoria lycopersici Septoria leaf spot can cause serious losses in tomato plants. Learn how to identify the symptoms of this fungal disease and the cultural controls you can use to prevent or minimize infection, in this guide. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Aromatic plants serve as stunning features in living spaces that enhance a home’s decor while increasing the vitality of your interior design. Bringing the fragrance of aromatic plants into your home helps to create an ambiance that is comforting and rejuvenating. And there are many plants that have fragrant flowers or foliage that can easily be grown in containers indoors. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

If you’re a home gardener or professional landscaper, you’re going to like a new book by horticulturist Tony Dove and landscape architect Ginger Woolridge. With 75 years of combined experienced, they partnered to create Essential Native Trees and Shrubs for the Eastern United States: The Guide to Creating a Sustainable Landscape. Trees and shrubbery are the backbone of an outdoor landscape. However, sometimes we wind up with a yard full of vegetation not well suited to our locale, that performs poorly and does little to support local wildlife....

I’m not much of a Christmas guy. Okay, let’s be honest: you might as well call me Scrooge McGrinch. The only parts of the holiday season I find joyful are watching A Charlie Brown Christmas and lacing my coffee with bourbon. For better or for worse, the gardening and landscaping company where I work does a tremendous amount of Christmas decorating for our clients. We wrap garlands, hang wreaths, and set up lights on indoor and outdoor trees....

The pecan (Carya illinoinensis) is a large deciduous tree that is best known for its tasty nuts that are the star of many sweet and savory dishes. Carya illinoinensis Before we can get into the meat of this pecan tree growing guide, there’s something very important we need to get out of the way: Pronunciation. If you say PEE-can… you might just have to go away. Seriously, I can’t even. I’ve lived in Texas for close to 30 years, and it’s our state tree....

While you may be inclined to feel intimidated by these strange towering stalks with their funny little edible buds we refer to as sprouts, the process of harvesting brussels is actually not too complicated. While brussels sprouts may get a bad rap in some culinary circles, they don’t fare so poorly in my household. On the contrary, my family will happily wolf down an entire pan of brussels without a second thought, particularly if they are glazed in maple syrup and accompanied by bacon....

Read on to find out what symptoms to look for and what you do to prevent this hideous but superficial disorder. If you see spots on your apples, you may be tempted to think “Oh no! Fungal or hail injury.” However, there may be another cause, especially if your apple trees are York Imperial, Golden Delicious, or Delicious cultivars. It could be an easily curable physiological condition known as cork spot....