At some point, you may notice your orchid’s leaves becoming limp, wrinkled, wilting, after which they may simply drop. Any time you see orchid leaves drooping, you should know that you’re dealing with a watering issue. And while limp leaves may lead you to think … Why are Orchid Leaves Dropping? read more »
I’m often surprised to hear that orchid owners toss out their plant after it’s finished blooming. This got me thinking that there must be some confusion about the lifespan of an orchid plant. Some orchid varieties like the Phalaenopsis will produce blooms that will last … How Long Do Orchid Plants Live? read more »
Your orchid is starting to outgrow its pot and looks like it’s about time you transferred it to a bigger pot. If you’re lost on the how’s and when’s of repotting an orchid, hang in there! In this article, I will walk you through the … How to Repot Orchid Plants? 5 Easy Steps read more »
Orchid bloom loss can be normal when your orchid reaches the end of its blooming cycle. At this stage, it’s natural for orchid flowers to wilt and fall off one-by-one. If your orchid’s flowers are falling off suddenly all at once or you notice the … Why are Orchid Flowers Falling Off? read more »
Another household item we can repurpose in our gardens is vinegar. Used in combination with salt, you can achieve a good weed killing effect in a natural, eco-friendly and pet-friendly way. The problem with most commercial weed killers is not that they don’t eradicate weeds, … How to Use Salt and Vinegar to Kill Weeds? read more »
Otherwise known as a raised garden bed, a Hugelkultur bed has its origins in Eastern European and German farming. Today, it’s used successfully in permaculture gardening across the world. The idea behind this hundreds of years old practice is to mimic how water is conserved … What is Hugelkultur? How to Build a Hugelkultur Garden Bed? read more »
Bananas are a good source of potassium, phosphorus and calcium. To varying degrees, these nutrients are beneficial to both humans and plants. You can repurpose banana peels as an organic plant fertilizer in your garden, and in this article I will teach you how to … How to Use Banana Peels to Fertilize Plants? read more »
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, if you have a garden, you’re going to have ants too. Normally, ants in the garden aren’t a big deal, unless they’re fire ants, whose bites are something you’re going to remember. So, let’s say, you want to get rid … How to Get Rid of Ants Naturally Outside in Garden? read more »
Seasonal changes dictate many of our gardening habits including the time we choose to plant trees. Some are adamant that spring is the best time to plant trees, others swear by planting trees in the fall. There’s truth to both sides, but is one season … Best Time to Plant Trees – Fall or Spring? read more »
Also known as Mosquito Plant Geranium or Pelargonium citrosum, Citronella is a widely available plant believed to have mosquito repelling properties. The beautiful foliage and pleasant citrusy fragrance of this plant make it a great choice both as a potted plant and as a beautiful … How to Care for Citronella Plants? read more »
