James Craig 
Prayer plants thrive in warm areas similar to their rainforest floor home, preferring indirect light over direct bright sun which might burn their leaves. Plants need humidity, and misting their leaves regularly with room-temperature water can help. Overwatering may result in root rot; while too little soil moisture leads to withered leaves and long spindly …
Garlic is easy to grow or buy at your local store, making it an essential ingredient in many recipes. Maintaining fresh garlic at its optimal condition is simple with proper air circulation and dark storage conditions. Refrigerated storage causes its quality to rapidly diminish, often leading to green sprouts on its surfaces. Place in a …
Aphids feed on sap found on leaves, stems, buds and fruit to produce honeydew, an attraction for ants as well as plant diseases that lead to deformed growth and deformed fruit. Aphid infestation leads to deformed growth which in turn attracts insects like ants which then contribute further to deformation. To avoid an aphid infestation, …
Wandering jew plants thrive in any general purpose soil mix; however, if you tend to forget watering your plant or its soil dries out quickly, try mixing in peat moss or coco coir to help retain moisture. They also benefit from regular misting with water-soluble fertilizer. If your wandering jew begins to become leggy, pinching …
Rust may be an inevitable by-product of everyday use, but that doesn’t have to mean the end for your old tools. With patience and the appropriate cleaning product you can bring back their original appearance – they may look even better than before! White vinegar, an all-around great household cleaner, can also help combat rust. …
Clean rusty garden tools using various household items; vinegar is one of the most widely-used. Simply soak the tool in vinegar before scrubbing off with steel wool or brush to get it looking like new again. Before beginning any task, be sure your tools are clean and dry. Also consider rubbing them down with mineral …
Miracle-Gro is an easy and convenient fertilizer designed to give plants all of the essential nutrients they need for healthy plant growth. Available both water-soluble and granular forms, it allows your vegetables to flourish large and robustly. But it’s important to realize that Miracle-Gro can pose potential hazards if overused. Excessive application could endanger vital …
Potato bugs are pesky insects that frequently attack potatoes, tomatoes and other solanaceous plants. These nocturnal predators have painful bites which they inflict upon plants they attack. The best way to combat them is by keeping your garden free of debris and planting cover crops that attract natural predators. Bt is also effective as this …
Too-close planting situations cause plants to compete for resources and steal soil nutrients from each other, potentially leading to unhealthy tomato plants which won’t survive the season or produce smaller fruits than desired. Spacing is also key for controlling diseases in tomatoes. Blight and septoria leaf spot spread quickly when leaves touch, so proper spacing …
Many consumers can become confused when purchasing spades and shovels. Though their appearance may resemble one another, their purposes differ significantly. To avoid spending too much money, it’s crucial to understand the differences between these tools and ensure you purchase only those which suit your needs and take good care in their use. Key areas …