Plant roots are essential “mouths” through which they take in water and nutrients, attach themselves, grow, and resist environmental challenges. However, the complex mechanisms behind the formation of plant roots have long remained enigmatic. This mystery has now been solved by an important study, which has shown an unexpected connection between the development of plant … Read more
If, every spring, you find yourself cringing at the first clover that appears in your yard, you may want to rethink those pessimistic ideas. Just as there are many benefits to using ground cover plants to control weeds and improve aesthetics, clover has special benefits for your yard. We reached out to professionals in landscaping … Read more
Southern gardeners love hydrangeas for their gorgeous blooms. But even these effortless beauties can suffer if we make a few frequent mistakes. If you want your hydrangea to thrive and bloom every year, here are eight important things to avoid: 1. Pruning Blunders Regular pruning of hydrangeas is essential, but the right timing and method … Read more
Orchids are among the most difficult indoor houseplants, to maintain. They make ideal gifts or impulse buys because of their spectacular flowers and exuberant personalities, but maintaining their happiness requires some skill. A succulent or ZZ plant allows you to check on the orchid more often than placing it on the windowsill and call it … Read more
A useful addition to enhance flower color and promote healthy blooms is Epsom salt for plants. Sulfur and magnesium are two important elements in this natural solution that promote plant health and growth. Epsom salt, when dissolved in water and mixed into soil, increases the efficiency with which plants absorb essential nutrients, resulting in more … Read more
An excellent addition to any kitchen garden is fresh basil. It tastes great, requires little maintenance, and has a pleasant scent that repels common garden pests like mites and aphids. One way to keep this plant productive in your yard (or on your windowsill) is to prune it. Regularly cutting back the leaves or stems … Read more
Potted flowering plants add vibrant color to any small or urban area, enlivening a deck, yard, or balcony with beautiful blooms, texture, and fragrance. For the maximum bloom display, fertilizing flowers grown in pots is essential. Using fertilizers for flowersthroughout the season offers plants a helpful dosage of nutrients to keep them healthy and functioning. This … Read more
Tick bites can be particularly harmful in the fall, although they are active year-round. This is due to the fact that when the temperature cools and the leaves put on their most spectacular display of the year, people are more inclined to go out for a walk in the park or a trip to the … Read more
If you’ve ever tasted the bright, fresh flavor of basil in a rich pesto pasta dish or a refreshing caprese salad, you already know the culinary magic this herb can work. But if you want to maintain this fascination and the health of your basil plant, it is important to understand the technique of collecting … Read more
Having a lush, colorful yard can seem like a struggle for many homeowners. Some gardeners use Epsom salt religiously, while others use less common techniques, including sprinkling cinnamon on their lawns. But what if there was a straightforward fix that had a big impact? Now for topdressing, a method that is sometimes overlooked in favor … Read more
