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Despite both fleas and springtails possessing the ability to jump, there are many important differences between these two insects that will help to identify if you are dealing with a springtail or a flea. Fleas are small, wingless insects and are reddish-brown in color. They are compressed (flattened) from the top to the bottom of … Read more

Department stores can be a tough place for a plant. Most stores are filled with fluorescent lighting, and the windows are often blocked by racks of clothes or shelves of merchandise. But there are a few plants that can survive—and even thrive—in these conditions. For those seeking resilient indoor plants, explore how fiddle leaf figs … Read more

Can You Leave Dahlia Bulbs in the Ground Over Winter? Dahlias are stunning summer bloomers, but their tropical origins mean they can’t withstand freezing winter temperatures in many climates. So can you leave dahlia bulbs in the ground over winter? The answer depends on where you live. In USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10, dahlia bulbs can … Read more

A bird’s nest fern is a popular and relatively easy-to-care-for houseplant. Its lush green fronds emerging from a central rosette give it a distinctive look that adds a bit of tropical flair to any indoor space However, if your bird’s nest fern suddenly develops yellow leaves, it’s usually a sign that something is wrong. Yellowing … Read more

Has your statement houseplant lost its healthy green hue? These are the potential causes and how to prevent them When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Q: I have recently added an alocasia to my houseplant collection. It has large leaves, which are usually … Read more

Daisies are beautiful flowers that are easily recognisable here in the UK and can bring a simple touch of colour to any garden display. Typically, daisies are made up of a central, usually colourful, disk that is surrounded by long, thin petals that often come in layers. There are lots of plants that produce flowers … Read more

They may sound like an outdoor problem, but pavement ants can also be a nuisance indoors. Here’s what to do. Pavement ants are household-infesting ants that were likely carried over from Europe on 18th-century merchant ships. Since then, these pests have made their way across the country, forming huge colonies, each ranging in size from … Read more

Kalanchoes are popular succulent houseplants with long-lasting blooms. Perhaps you’ve seen one but never brought it home. I want to encourage you to do that because they’re easy to grow and bloom for quite a long time. Here’s how to care for flowering kalanchoes and get them to bloom again. Like most succulents, these are … Read more

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Fertilizer and plant food – two terms that are often used interchangeably by gardeners. But are they really the same thing? The short answer is no. While both contribute to plant health and growth, there are some key differences between fertilizer and plant food. This article will explain what each one is, how they work … Read more