Sophia Hydrangeas are a true showstopper with their stunning flower globes and beautiful hues. Shrub and climbing varieties grow well in group settings and on their own. Unfortunately, they aren’t immortal, and you’ll encounter brown blooms in time. You should deadhead your hydrangeas if you want them to have a clean appearance and healthier blooms. Deadheading … Read more >>
Hydrangea blooms are beautiful, but it can be frustrating when they turn brown. While this is a normal part of gardening, not everyone knows why they do this or what to do about it. So, should you cut off hydrangea blooms when they turn brown? You should cut off brown hydrangea blooms. It’s difficult for … Read more >>
Hostas are one of the most well-loved ornamental, perennial plants, especially around Minnesota. Unlike other plants whose crowning glory is their flowers, leaves are the pride and joy of hostas. So what do you do if they’re damaged? You can cut damaged hosta leaves. If the damage is severe, then the leaves should be removed … Read more >>
You are an excellent plant keeper, but something is wrong, and you are unsure how to fix it. What are you supposed to do when your hosta is sporting uncomely red and brown spots? Rust-colored spots on hosta leaves are a common sign of fungal disease and other possible issues, including infection, pest infestation, or … Read more >>
Prayer plants are well-loved for their gorgeous foliage and striking leaf patterns. The goal of probably every plant parent is to grow lush, vibrant greenery that will be the envy of others. Pruning your prayer plant is a great way to achieve that thick, bushy look. Pruning your prayer plant may seem daunting, but if … Read more >>
The propagation of plants has been around for thousands of years and is an excellent means of reproducing or increasing the number of existing plants by growing new ones from various sources. So, if you already have a giant philodendron, it’s easy to take a cutting from it and get a whole new plant for … Read more >>
Propagating your plants is an excellent way to grow your plant army without spending money. Plant propagation can also be done as a small side business or be a perfect way to gift a new neighbor in your Florida a gift that can grow with them! For the propagation of a prayer plant, plant experts … Read more >>
Your majestic ponytail palm will have a thick, bulbous trunk, regardless of whether it’s grown in a pot or the garden. If this trunk has become soft or mushy, you might wonder if something is wrong with the plant. Unfortunately, this is a common problem that requires you to react as quickly as possible. A … Read more >>
Ponytail Palms are beautiful and resilient plants that can bring some southwestern flair to any home. In fact, these plants thrive in the dry, hot weather found in southwestern states, such as Nevada or New Mexico. Due to their wild nature, they quickly outgrow the pots they’re planted in. Repotting your ponytail palm is an … Read more >>
I have many indoor plants, but the ponytail palm is hands down my favorite. The ponytail head with curvy leaves and the elephant foot base are fantastic. Unfortunately, a common mistake is to repot them into a larger pot without pruning, which usually results in vigorous growth. Pruning ponytail palms involves trimming the brown tips … Read more >>